A Compendium of Conservation Orgs in US Virgin Islands and PR

padores de Puerto Rico Puerto Rico Water & Environment Association
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The Vieques Conservation and Historical Trust Centro Hemisfrico de Cooperacin en Investigacin
acin en Ingeniera y Ciencia Aplicada (CoHemis)

Environmental Finance Center at Syracuse University
Ecotono, Inc.
Sociedad Ambiente Marino
nica Madre Tierra

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Tropic Ventures Sustainable Forestry & Rain
Scuba Dogs Society
Sociedad Eco Ambiental
Sociedad Ornitolgica Puertorriquea, Inc.
Comit al Rescate de Nuestro Ambiente (CORENA), Inc.
Coalicin Pro Corredor Ecolgico del Noreste
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Frente Ambiental Amigos de la Naturaleza P
Corporacin para la Sustentabilidad Ambiental de Puerto Rico, Inc.
Centro Para la Conservacin del Paisaje
Ciudadanos
Fundacin Surfrider Rincn
Grupos Ambientales Interdisciplinarios Aliados- GAIA
Silent Grace
Comit Arecibeo por la

Arrecifes Pro Ciudad,
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Iniciativa
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Organizations for Coalicin Playa Para
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Ciudadanos Aguadeos Pro Conservacin del Ambiente, Inc.
the US Virgin Islands & Puerto Rico The Nature Conservancy
Foundation
Friends of Virgin Islands National Park
Coral Bay Community Council
VINE-Virgin Islands Network of
Environmental Educators
Virgin Forest Restorations
of the St. Croix East End Marine Park
Virgin Islands Caribbean Cultural Center Virgin Islands Experimental Program
Stimulate Competitive Research (VI-EPSCoR)

Naturaleza
We Grow Food, Inc
Programa Sea Grant de la Universidad de Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico Water & Environment Association
Reef Jam
Blue Flag USVI
Frie
Sierra Club, Puerto Rico Chapter
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Asociacin de Acampadores de Puerto Rico
Tropic Ventures Sustainable Forestry & Rainforest Enrichmen
Project The Vieques Conservation and Historical Trust Centro Hemisfrico de Cooperacin en Investigacin y
Educacin en Ingeniera y Ciencia Aplicada (CoHemis) Scuba Dogs Society
Environmental Finance Center at Syracuse University
Ciudadanos del Karso
Ecotono, Inc.
Ambientales Interdisciplinarios Aliados- GAIA

Iniciativa Herpetolgica Inc.
Park
Grupos
Arrecifes Pro Ciudad, Inc.
Comit Arecibeo por la Conservacin de las Tortugas Marinas, Inc.

Coalicin Playa Para Todos
Ciudadanos Aguadeos Pro Conservacin del Ambiente, Inc.

Frente
Corporacin para la Sustentabilidad Ambiental de
Silent Grace Foundation
Iniciativa para un Desarrollo Sustentable
Virgin Islands National Park
Comit al Rescate de Nuestro Ambie
Ambiental Amigos de la Naturaleza Patillas, Puerto Rico Inc.

Puerto Rico, Inc.
Sociedad Ornitolgica Puertorriquea, Inc.
(CORENA), Inc. Cooperativa Orgnica Madre Tierra
Reef Jam
Virgin Islands Caribbean Cultural Center
Research (VI-EPSCoR) We Grow Food, Inc
GuardaMar
The Nature Conservancy
Friends of
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Scuba Dogs Society
Environmen
CONNECTING THE DOTS IN CONSERVATION:

A Compendium of Conservation Organizations for the
US Virgin Islands & Puerto Rico
Version of January 24, 2014
Suggested Citation:
Caribbean Landscape Conservation Cooperative (CLCC). Connecting the Dots in Conservation:
Compendium of Organizations for the US Virgin Islands & Puerto Rico. Ed(s) Jacobs, K., Sola K.,
Sanfiorenzo-Barnhard C, Maldonado, M, Gould WA. San Juan, PR: Caribbean Landscape Conservation
Cooperative, 2013. 75 pp.
Acknowledgements:
Thank you to the 43 organizations that completed the survey for this compendium and to other
individuals that helped in compiling an extensive list of conservation organizations in the Caribbean.
Thank you to Dr. Tischa Munoz-Erikson, Dr. Kathleen McGinley, and SustainaMetrix for their assistance
with survey development and to Dr. Brent Murry for feedback on the survey analysis and compendium
development.
Photo Credits:
Volunteers Monitoring Day 2010. Photo by Puerto Rico Water & Environment Association.
Turbidity Monitoring Day 2010. Photo by Puerto Rico Water & Environment Association.
Harvest of the Finca de la Naturaleza. Photo by Grupos Ambientales Interdisciplinarios Aliados-GAIA.
Tree census at Northeastern Reserve. Photo by Grupos Ambientales Interdisciplinarios Aliados-GAIA.

School compost bin. Photo by Grupos Ambientales Interdisciplinarios Aliados-GAIA.
Extracting sample water from collection bag. Photo by Surfrider Foundation of Rincon.
Beach erosion. Photo by Surfrider Foundation of Rincon.
Removing Tires from Tres Palmas Marine Reserve Phptp by Surfrider Foundation of Rincon.
Aguada Cleanup. Photo by Surfrider Foundation of Rincon.
Salt Pond US Virgin Island Photo by Virgin Forest Restoration
Contents
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................................... 6
METHODS .............................................................................................................................................................................. 7
SUMMARY OF ANALYSIS ................................................................................................................................................ 7
VISUAL SUMMARY OF CONSERVATION ORGANIZATIONS IN THE UNITED STATES VIRGIN ISLANDS AND
PUERTO RICO: ...................................................................................................................................................................... 8
TABLE 1: TOP THEMATIC AREAS ............................................................................................................................... 9
TABLE 2: LEAST COMMON THEMATIC AREAS.................................................................................................. 10
TABLE 3: AREA OF EXPERTISE ................................................................................................................................. 11

ORGANIZATIONAL PROFILES ................................................................................................................................... 12
HOW TO READ THE ORGANIZATIONAL PROFILES .................................................................................... 13
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS .................................................................................................................................................. 14
PUERTO RICO ................................................................................................................................................................ 27
OTHER ORGANIZATIONS.......................................................................................................................................... 58
APPENDIX I: SURVEY INFORMATION ................................................................................................................... 63

APPENDIX II: ECOSYSTEM GOVERNANCE INTERACTIVE MAP ................................................................. 64
INDEX ................................................................................................................................................................................... 65
Introduction
The conservation community of the Caribbean can feel small, at times, or as vast as the ocean that
surrounds us. In a growingly complex world of environmental and social obstacles it is imperative to
work collaboratively across ecosystems, scales, disciplines and methodologies. Protecting natural and
cultural resources is essential to sustaining our health and quality of life. People, along with the fish and
wildlife, rely on clean water and the benefits of healthy rivers, streams, wetlands, forests, grasslands,
coasts, coral reefs, estuaries and oceans in order to thrive. Equally as diverse and vibrant as our
ecosystems are the Caribbean peoples, histories, and cultures that are arguably just as threatened as our
natural resources. Managing the landscapes and seascapes that provide our natural and cultural
resources is no small task, especially in light of changes in climate, land use, and economies. Researchers
have been able to advance our understanding of our vulnerabilities and science products provide
managers and communities the tools necessary to apply sound science to everyday decision-making.
More is needed. With the signing of Secretarial Order No. 3289, the United States Department of the
Interior launched the Landscape Conservation Cooperatives (LCCs) to better integrate science and
management to address climate change and other landscape scale issues. Our partners work
collaboratively to identify best practices, connect efforts, identify science gaps, and avoid duplication
through conservation planning and design. By building a network that is holistic, collaborative, adaptive,
and grounded in science, LCCs are working to ensure the sustainability of our economies, land, water,
wildlife, and cultural resources. The Caribbean LCC (CLCC) works collaboratively to bridge science and
action, land and sea.
Early on in the development of the CLCC it became quite clear that in order to successfully identify shared
priorities across the Caribbean islands of the United States (Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and
Navassa), and across the Caribbean basin, we would need to systematically connect the dots between
government agencies, coalitions, advocacy and scientific organizations, third sector parties, and
individuals. The purpose of developing this compendium, along with a companion compendium covering
the Insular Caribbean, Belize, Suriname, and Guayana, was to identify who is doing what and the
interests and capacities of different organizations within the regional conservation community.
Additionally, the information provided allows us to be more informed on gaps in governance or science,
to avoid duplicating efforts, and to foster cross-scale communication to meet the conservation needs of
research and management agencies and organizations in the Caribbean.
Products of this effort include an interactive map (www.caribbeanlcc.org) and compendiums of US
Caribbean and Caribbean-wide conservation organizations, available online and in print.
The value of this work has become clearer as we have progressed, and we now consider the human and
social dimensions of conservation, and more specifically ecosystem governance, to be a critical pillar in
the foundation of the CLCCs work. Based on positive feedback from participants in the process of
developing the compendiums, we plan to update the information on an annual basis and to keep the
interactive map current throughout the year. We cannot do this work alone, however. We encourage all
entities working in the Caribbean on the conservation of natural and cultural resources to actively
communicate so these dots stay connected.
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METHODS
The CLCC Staff and project coordinators Karen Sola and Colibr Sanfiorenzo-Barnhard worked from March to
October 2013 at the CLCC offices in the International Institute of Tropical Forestry (IITF) in San Juan, Puerto Rico
to design and conduct the Connecting the Dots compendium and survey project. Combining CLCC contact lists and
databases with personal contacts and web browsing results, the team was able to develop a comprehensive excel
spreadsheet of 150 entities operating in the United States Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. Simultaneously, the
CLCC Staff with input from social science researchers, designed survey questions in English and Spanish that
focused on demographic information, institutional background, organizational structure, views on landscape
conservation, data needs, and collaborations. The survey was conducted using phone interviews, email, hard copies
of the survey through postal mail, and an online survey link using Google Forms. Regardless of survey form, the
same questions were asked and information gleaned. More conservation entities were added to the spreadsheet
after interviews (i.e., the Snowball Method). 43 groups provided responses to the questionnaire. The actual survey
was conducted from June 30 to November 4, 2013 and administered by two persons during this time period (K.
Sola and C. Sanfiorenzo-Barnhard).
This compendium provides a summary of the preliminary analysis of the data collected and the organizational
profiles provided include only responses to select questions based on what we thought would be most
representative of the information included in each profile. Later publications will provide a more detailed analysis
on issues of top interest to the U.S. Caribbean conservation community at large such as views on landscape
conservation, science needs, and collaborative efforts. Appendix I includes the complete list of survey questions
and information for how to request data from this project. Appendix II describes the CLCC Interactive Map and how
to update organizational profiles. More in-depth analysis is planned for the future by the CLCC staff and
collaborators. Organizations that did not respond to interview requests or fill out the online form are listed after
the organizational profiles in order to provide the comprehensive list of organizations that were included in the
final spreadsheet. The contact information and websites provided are publically available and correct as of the
publication date to the best of our knowledge.
SUMMARY OF ANALYSIS
For half a century there have been a number of assorted organizations contributing to ecosystem governance in
the Caribbean islands of the United States. In general, these organizations research, plan, educate, and conduct
community-based management. Diplomacy, agroforestry, and international waters are less common themes in
Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands (figures 1 and 2). It is difficult to estimate the number of conservation-based
actors that are currently active in the study area, as online databases that list conservation organizations in the
region are incomplete and because many community-based organizations are not active online. However, using
these sources and existing CLCC staff contacts, a list of 150 organizations was compiled, of which 42 groups
provided responses to the questionnaire for a survey response rate of 28%. As expected, human resource capacity
is a challenge in the conservation organizations with 0 to 5 full-time employees for the majority of organizations,
and roughly the same amount of part-time staff. Expertise varies across the board but the majority of
organizations specialize in natural science, education, community organizing, planning, and the social sciences
(figure 3).
The purpose of this compendium is to provide a resource to the Caribbean conservation community at large and
not to release the full analysis of the survey data as this information will be released in a separate publication to be
used in the CLCCs Strategic Conservation Framework and forthcoming research articles. The summary of analysis
provided here and represented graphically in the next section is meant to offer a preview of what types of
information can be found within the organizational profiles that are included in later sections of this compendium.
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Visual summary of conservation organizations in the

United States Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico:
ANALYSIS FROM A SURVEY OF 42 ORGANIZATIONS
TABLE 1: TOP THEMATIC AREAS
SURVEY QUESTION: IN WHAT THEMATIC AREAS DOES YOUR ORGANIZATION WORK?

(CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)
Thematic Area
Number of Organizations
Education
40
Conservation Planning
22
Community-Based Management
Ecosystem Restoration
Human Dimensions (e.g., social and societal aspects of

environmental issues)
Threatened/Endangered Species
Land Use Planning
Invasive Species
Protected Areas (land)

Waste Management
Coral Reefs
Wetlands
Agriculture
Climate Change Adaptation
Cultural and Historical Resources

Law & Policy
Student Researchers
24
21
20
20
19
18
17
17
16
16
15
15
15
15
15
TABLE 2: LEAST COMMON THEMATIC AREAS

SURVEY QUESTION: IN WHAT THEMATIC AREAS DOES YOUR ORGANIZATION WORK?
Thematic Area
Biodiversity
14
Monitoring
14
Fresh Water Ecosystems

Built Environment (e.g., infrastructure)
Disasters & Natural Hazards
Water Resources
Economic Valuation & Ecosystem Service

Energy
Climate Change Mitigation

Data Management
Decision Making & Policy

Law Enforcement
Media
Fisheries
Marine Protected Areas

Amphibians/Reptiles
Sea Level Rise
Avian/Birds
Forest Management
Diplomacy
Agroforestry
International Waters
14
13
13
13
12
12
11
11
11
11
11
10
10
9
9
8
8
3
2
0
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TABLE 3: AREA OF EXPERTISE
SURVEY QUESTION: WHAT AREAS OF EXPERTISE ARE REPRESENTED IN YOUR ORGANIZATION S WORK TEAM?
Expertise
Natural Scientist or Researcher (e.g. Biologist, Ecologist,

Hydrologist, etc.)
36
Community Organizing
25
Education
Planning
Social Scientist or Researcher (e.g., Anthropologist,

Sociologist, Geographer, etc.)
Public Relations
Environmental Manager
Business Manager
Information Systems Technician

Lawyer
Public Health
Agricultural Specialist
Social Worker
Economist
Architecture
Engineer
Forest Specialist
Policy Maker or Advisor

Diplomat
Political Appointee
31
20
19
15
14
13
12
12
11
9
7
6
5
4
3
3
1
1
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ORGANIZATIONAL PROFILES
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HOW TO READ THE ORGANIZATIONAL PROFILES

Top right corner of page
Type of group /
Year founded /
legal registration icon
Group is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
Group is registered with the Puerto Rico Department of State
Service (IRS)
Group is registered with the Puerto Rico Department of State and the Internal Revenue
Bottom right corner of page
the CLCC.
Groups that gave original information in Spanish and was translated to English by
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U.S. Virgin Islands
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Non-Governmental Organization
1951

Year founded: 1951
Geographic scope: Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Territory Federal, International,

Ecosystem
Mission: The mission of The Nature Conservancy is: to conserve the lands and waters on
which all life depends. Our vision is to leave a sustainable world for future generations.
Additional information about mission: The Nature Conservancy is one of the leading conservation organizations working
around the world to protect ecologically important lands and waters for nature and people. We address the most pressing
conservation threats at the largest scale. We work in all 50 US states, all the US overseas territories and commonwealths, and
over 35 countries; protecting habitats from grasslands to coral reefs, ranging from Australia to Alaska to Zambia. We address
threats to conservation involving climate change, fresh water, oceans, and conservation lands. We've protected more than 119
million acres of land and thousands of miles of rivers worldwide; and we operate more than 100 marine conservation projects
globally. Everything we do is rooted in the best science available, We pursue non-confrontational, pragmatic solutions to
conservation challenges, We partner with indigenous communities, local communities, businesses, governments, multilateral
institutions, and other local non-profits all to achieve the best conservation results. One of our core values at The Conservancy
is to operate openly and transparently. TNC has about 4,000 employees worldwide, and over 1 million members.
Estimated number of full time staff: 21-50
Estimated number of volunteers: 21-50
Estimated number of part time staff:
Estimated number of members: 21-50
21-50
Thematic areas: Biodiveristy, Built Environment (e.g., infrastructure), Climate Change Adaptation, Community-Based
Management, Conservation Planning, Data Management, Decision Making & Policy, Diplomacy, Economic Valuation &
Ecosystem Service, Ecosystem Restoration, Fisheries, Invasive Species, Law & Policy, Marine Protected Areas, Protected Areas
(land), Sea Level Rise, Threatened/Endangered Species, Water Resources
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: In PR and the USVI: Land management, conservation
easements, conservation planning, Coral restoration, Public Policy, Marine Protected Area planning, among others. Ecological,
geographic, other bio data. Boats, Computers, Servers, Dive gears, truck.
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Public Policy, Habitat Restoration , Resource management, Conservation Science ,
Government Engagement , Private Sector Engagement. Business Manager, Diplomat, Economist, Engineer, Information
Systems Technician, Lawyer, Natural Scientist or Researcher (e.g.,. Biologist, Ecologist, Hydrologist, etc.), Planning, Policy
Maker or Advisor, Public Relations.
Website: www.nature.org
Contact person(s): Aaron Hutchins- USVI & PR Director / Raimundo Espinoza- Puerto Rico Conservation Coordinator
Telephone:
(340) 718-5575 /
Email: respinoza@tnc.org
(787) 902-7760
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1972
Island Resources Foundation

Year founded: 1972
Geographic scope: Basin, Island (Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Territory),

International, Caribbean Regional, especially English-speaking
Mission: Island Resources Foundation is a non-profit research and education operating

foundation dedicated to assisting the people of small tropical islands to plan and manage
sustainable development opportunities while protecting the environmental qualities and
unique human cultures and institutions that evolve in island settings.
Additional information about mission: Special emphases for IRF include:

Building leadership, environmental
professionalism, and institutional infrastructure for local non-profit, non-governmental organizations; Supporting coastal and
marine ecoregion management, with special attention to developing innovative watershed-scale decision tools to preserve the
coral reefs and coastal wetlands that are the essential framework for marine productivity and island biodiversity; Adapting
science and technology to the management of insular environmental issues, including especially biodiversity conservation,
environmental monitoring and assessment technologies; modern networking technologies, database management systems,
and geographic information systems.
Estimated number of full time staff: 1-5
Estimated number of part time staff: 6-10
Estimated number of volunteers: N/A
Thematic areas: Biodiversity, Climate Change Adaptation, Conservation Planning, Decision Making & Policy, Invasive Species,
Marine Protected Areas, Monitoring, Protected Areas (land), Threatened/Endangered Species, Erosion, sedimentation and
coastal pollution
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: Equipment mostly includes GIS and mapping tools,
including photography as well as specialized reference works for fauna and flora. Best example of information IRF collects:
1991 to 2013, ten island- or Country Environmental Profiles of 200+ pages each for islands in the English-speaking Caribbean.
About 1995 IRF published directories of the environmental NGOs in the Eastern Caribbean and the identified "donors" at the
time. In recent years they have published relatively complete species lists for several islands in the northeastern Caribbean,
especially plants, birds, reptiles and amphibians, and mammals. Publications available on the IRF website.
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Business Manager, Economist, Forest Specialist, Information Systems Technician,
Natural Scientist or Researcher (e.g.,. Biologist, Ecologist, Hydrologist, etc.), Social Scientist or Researcher (e.g., Anthropologist,
Sociologist, Geographer, etc.), Education and Awareness, Government Engagement, Private Sector Engagement, Resource
Management
Website: www.irf.org
Twitter: @IRFinDC
Contact person(s): Bruce Potter, President /

Telephone:
(202) 265-9712
Judith Ann Towle, Founding Vice-President
Email: bpotter@irf.org / jtowle@irf.org
Mailing Address: 1718 "P" Street NW, Suite T-4, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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1988

Year founded: 1988
Geographic scope: Primarily St. John, but also St. Thomas, VI
Mission: "Friends of Virgin islands National park is dedicated to the preservation and
protection of the natural and cultural resources of Virgin islands National Park and promotes
the responsible enjoyment of this unique national treasure".
Additional information about mission: Supporting natural resource protection and cultural resource preservation in VI
National Park. Nurturing the next generation of conservation citizens in the Virgin islands, Promoting the responsible
enjoyment of VI National Park
Estimated number of full time staff:
1-5
Estimated number of volunteers: 3,000 members /

about 10,000 volunteer hours/ year
Estimated number of members: 0
1-5
Thematic areas: Coral Reefs, Cultural and Historical Resources, Education, Human Dimensions (e.g., social and societal
aspects of environmental issues), Invasive Species, Marine Protected Areas, Protected Areas (land)
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: Hand tools for trail work - Normally just hire
contractors who have the tools, equipment and expertise necessary
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Turned VI National Park into an anchorless park by installing >350 moorings,
Maintain/improve trails within VI National Park, - Educate children about conservation and environmental issues. Community
Activities (e.g., beach cleanups), Eco-excursions, Education and Awareness, Government Engagement, Public Policy, Resource
Management
Website: friendsvinp.org
Contact person(s): Joe Kessler. President

Telephone:
Social Media: facebook.com/friendsvinp
340-779-4940
Mailing Address:
Friends of Virgin Islands National Park PO Box 811 St. John, Virgin Islands 00831
Email: jkessler@friendsvinp.org
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Non-Governmental
Non-Profit Organization
2003
Logo or photo
Year founded: 2003
Geographic scope: Coral Bay Watershed (3003 land acres; ~3000 water acres) on St. John,
USVI
Mission: CBCC's purpose is to provide an effective means for residents of Coral Bay to
participate in planning the future of Coral Bay development, by providing education and
information on planning processes, and a forum for government, citizens, and developers to
discuss plans. The agenda focuses on: land and water use planning, infrastructure,
development and environmental issues. The organization, with its nonprofit status, will be
able to implement community improvement and research projects through grants and
donations, and evolve into a broader agenda of community services and concerns.
Additional information about mission: Providing educational materials, professional opinions, and community input on all
sides of issues; and facilitating meetings where issues can be respectfully and rationally discussed. Our first priority is to
establish an objective framework of facts and planning information, history, analysis and education.
Estimated number of full-time staff: 1 to 5
Estimated numbers of part-time staff: 1 to 5
Estimated number of volunteers: 1 to 5
Estimated numbers of members: Approximately 5400
Thematic areas: Built Environment (e.g., infrastructure), Community-Based Management, Conservation Planning, Coral Reefs,
Cultural and Historical Resources, Ecosystem Restoration, Education, Human Dimensions (e.g., social and societal aspects of
environmental issues), Land Use Planning, Monitoring, Waste Management, Water Resources, Wetlands, Community issues.
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: GPS and GIS capabilities, typical office equipment,
turbidity meter and multi-parameter meter.
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Environmental Manager, Natural Scientist or Researcher (e.g., Biologist, Ecologist,
Hydrologist, etc.), Planning, Habitat Restoration , Education and Awareness , Community Activities (e.g., beach cleanups),
Grassroots Advocacy, Government Engagement , Private Sector Engagement. Planning, Restoration, Environmental Education,
Baseline Surface Water Quality Research, Storm water Management, Best Management Practices Implementation.
Website:
www.coralbaycommunitycouncil.org
Contact person(s): Sharon Coldren, President & Executive Director

Telephone: (340) 776-2099
Mailing Address: 9901 Emmaus, St. John, VI 00830

Email: coralbaycommunitycouncil@hotmail.com
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Network
2004
VINE-Virgin Islands Network of Environmental Educators

Year founded: 2004
Geographic scope: VINE works across St. Croix, St. Thomas, and St. John
Mission: To build capacity for environmental and cultural education within the U.S. Virgin
Islands; link K-12 educators, natural and cultural resource organizations, and other
stakeholders to promote environmental and cultural education within the U.S. Virgin
Islands; disseminate member, program and outreach information to teachers, administrators
and community groups.
Additional information about mission: VINE acts as a network for environmental educators and seeks to maximize
efficiency of environmental education by linking educators and target audiences.
Estimated number of full-time staff: 0
Estimated number of volunteers: 0
Estimated numbers of part-time staff: 0

Estimated numbers of members: 0
Thematic areas: Avian/Birds, Biodiversity, Coral Reefs, Cultural and Historical Resources, Disasters & Natural Hazards,
Economic Valuation & Ecosystem Service, Education, Energy, Fisheries, Forest Management, Human Dimensions (e.g., social
and societal aspects of environmental issues), Invasive Species, Land Use Planning, Marine Protected Areas, Protected Areas
(land), Sea Level Rise, Threatened/Endangered Species, Waste Management, Water Resources, Wetlands
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used:
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Community Organizing, Education, Environmental Manager, Forest Specialist,
Natural Scientist or Researcher (e.g., Biologist, Ecologist, Hydrologist, etc.), Public Relations, Social Scientist or Researcher
(e.g., Anthropologist, Sociologist, Geographer, etc.). Education and Awareness, Community Activities (e.g., beach cleanups),
Eco-excursions, Information Dissemination and Environmental Education.
Website:
www.usvine.wordpress.com
Contact person(s): Jenn Travis; Audrey Penn
Telephone: (340)201-0572 / (340) 775-3333
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Business /
2005

Year founded: 2005
Geographic scope: Northern Virgin Islands -- all US Virgin Islands except St. Croix, though
can do projects there but ONLY with St. Croix germ plasm.
Mission: This is a conservation project that creates a novel industry in native landscape
horticulture. The business will (a) raise the appreciation for our native flora as a valuable
source for ornamental landscape plants, (b) reduce or eliminate the traffic of alien pests and
disease pathogens into our natural forest communities from the international nursery trade,
and (c) kindle an awareness of the beauty and ecological importance of natural Virgin
Islands biota.
Additional information about mission: This is a large scale production nursery for resort, commercial and broad residential
markets. One company creating a new industry for locally grown native plants.
Estimated number of volunteers:
1-5
N/A
Estimated number of members: N/A
Thematic areas: Biodiveristy, Built Environment (e.g., infrastructure), Climate Change Mitigation, Conservation Planning,
Decision Making & Policy, Ecosystem Restoration, Education, Energy, Invasive Species, Monitoring, Protected Areas (land),
Threatened/Endangered Species, Wetlands
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: Population monitoring, ecological restoration,
environmental education, info dissemination. Virgin Forest Restorations is my associated consulting company. I conduct
research in rare plant population ecology, forest ecology and community dynamics, and ecological restoration. ecological data
on plant communities of the tropical dry forest
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Conservation Science , Education and Awareness, Green Technology, Habitat
Restoration, Public Policy, Resource Management
Website:
Contact person(s): Dr. Gary Ray

Telephone: 340-514-0457
Email: virginforestvi@gmail.com
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Grass-roots
2007
Reef Jam
Year founded: 2007
Geographic scope: St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands
Mission: Encouraging marine conservation and stewardship through community education

and outreach, achieved through our annual Reef Jam musical fundraiser (on Memorial Day
weekend). Funds raised are used to support projects around the island.
Additional information about mission: Reef Jam was founded by Kurt Schindler, a local musician, and his wife Janelle. In
2007 they were asked to host a free concert that would serve as a fundraiser for coral reefs. They joined forces in 2008 with
the local St. Croix International Year of the Reef committee and together they created Reef Jam to directly support USVI reef
systems.
Estimated number of volunteers: 125 approximately

Thematic areas: Community-Based Management, Coral Reefs, Education, Fisheries, Human Dimensions (e.g., social and
societal aspects of environmental issues), Invasive Species, Marine Protected Areas, Media, Threatened/Endangered Species,
Wetlands
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Community Organizing, Education and Awareness, Community Activities (e.g.,
beach cleanups), Grassroots Advocacy, Eco-excursions. Free Public Snorkel Clinics six months out of the year and are
organized by St. Croix Environmental Association (SEA). Reef Responsible Restaurants, a market-driven approach to a
sustainable fishing industry in the USVI. Tan Tan Tours Takes on Trash is a litter protest/fun island clean-up all promoting
island pride.
Website: www.reefjam.com
Contact person(s): Janelle Schindler; Melanie Feltmate
Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Reef-Jam/
Telephone: (340) 643-6095
Mailing Address: PO Box 5735, Christiansted, VI 00823
Email: reefjamstx@gmail.com
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Non-Profit
Charitable Organization
2010
Blue Flag USVI

Year founded: 2010
Geographic scope: Blue Flag USVI operates on all three US Virgin Islands. Blue Flag sites,
located on all three major islands, and are operated according to strict ethics that respect
the environment as well as the visitors who make use of the facilities. St. Croix, St. John and
St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands. 2013-2014 approved sites: St. Croix, St. John and St. Thomas,
US Virgin Islands. 2013-2014 approved sites: Palms at Pelican Cove and Green Cay Marina,
St Croix; Trunk Bay and Cinnamon Bay, St John; and Lindberg Bay (Emerald Beach Resort),
Grand Bay (Ritz Carlton Resort) and Crown Bay Marina, St. Thomas.
Mission: To promote and participate in environmental education programs for the users of beaches and marinas; implement
sound safety and environmental management systems; monitor environmental conditions to reduce the impact of human
activity at the beaches and marinas; and commit to partnerships and collaborative action to promote the sustainable
development of tourism.
Additional information about mission: The Blue Flag Eco-label is a voluntary certification program for beaches and
marinas, owned and run by the independent non-profit organization, the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE). To
attain the Blue Flag, beaches and marinas have to comply with a number of strict criteria concerning environmental
information and education, environmental management, safety and service facilities, and water quality.
Estimated numbers of part-time staff: 1 to 5
Estimated number of members: 1 to 5
Thematic areas: Biodiversity, Built Environment (e.g., infrastructure), Community-Based Management, Conservation
Planning, Coral Reefs, Cultural and Historical Resources, Decision Making & Policy, Education, Energy, Human Dimensions
(e.g., social and societal aspects of environmental issues), Invasive Species, Land Use Planning, Law and Policy , Law
Enforcement, Marine Protected Areas, Media, Threatened/Endangered Species, Waste Management, Water Resources
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: N/A
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Business Manager, Community Organizing, Education, Environmental Manager,
Natural Scientist or Researcher (e.g.,. Biologist, Ecologist, Hydrologist, etc.), Planning, Public Health Education and Awareness ,
Community Activities (e.g., beach cleanups), Grassroots Advocacy, Eco-excursions, Green Technology, Government
Engagement , Private Sector Engagement.
Website: www.blueflagusvi.org
Contact person(s): Valerie Peters

Telephone: (340) 774-6835
Mailing Address: USVI Hotel and Tourism Association 4002 Raphune Hill, Suite 304, St. Thomas, VI 00802
Email: marketing@coralworldvi.com
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Non-profit Organization
2011
Friends of the St. Croix East End Marine Park

Year founded: 2011
Geographic scope: East End, St. Croix, USVI
Mission: The Friends of the STXEEMP support the protection and preservation of natural
and cultural resources within the St. Croix East End Marine Park, promote responsible
enjoyment of the Park, and link to the community through outreach and education.
Additional information about mission: Membership-based organization that operates as a sponsored project of the St. Croix
Foundation for Community Development, Inc. Friends help to protect and preserve the St. Croix East End Marine Park by
volunteering time, donating funds, promoting responsible enjoyment, and providing a link to the community.
Estimated number of part-time staff: 0
Thematic areas: Climate Change Adaptation, Coral Reefs, Marine Protected Areas
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: We seek to provide volunteer opportunities for
Friends that include coral bleaching monitoring, Diadema urchin monitoring, and sea turtle nesting monitoring.
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Community Organizing, Education, Natural Scientist or Researcher (e.g., Biologist,
Ecologist, Hydrologist, etc.), Social Scientist or Researcher (e.g., Anthropologist, Sociologist, Geographer, etc.). Habitat
Restoration, Education and Awareness, Eco-excursions and Outreach Activities within the Community; Assisting Property
Owners to find Activities and Funding for Watershed Management.
Website:
www.friendsofstxeemp.org
Contact person(s): Jennifer A. Travis, Coordinator
Social Media: www.facebook.com/Friends.STXEEMP
Telephone: 340-718-3367
Mailing Address: 5005 Estate Great Pond Christiansted, VI 00820
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2012

Year founded: 2012
Geographic scope: Virgin Islands (US and British); Puerto Rico and the Caribbean
Mission: Preserving, cultivating, researching, presenting, conserving, sustaining and

nurturing Virgin Islands and Caribbean culture, natural resources and heritage through
interactive technology, education, arts and sciences.
Additional information about mission: The Virgin Islands Caribbean Cultural Center (VICCC) is nestled within the College of
Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (CLASS) within the University of the Virgin Islands (UVI). The VICCC is designated to
intellectually and pragmatically support, produce, promote, institute and develop scholarly research, publications, digital
media, conferences, heritage restoration symposia, historic preservation programs, cultural education colloquia, conservation
and sustainability projects, community and socio-economic projects, and related initiatives that nurture, cultivate and respect
VI and Caribbean cultural heritage, traditions, resources and more. The Virgin Islands Caribbean Cultural Center is nestled
within the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences at the University of the Virgin Islands.
5-10
1-5
Thematic areas: Agriculture, Community-Based Management, Cultural and Historical Resources, Diplomacy, Education,
Media, Holistic Health Planning and Management
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: Work equipment inclusive of computers, digital
cameras and other media equipment. Social and demographic data in concert with cultural resources and perspectives data.
VICCC is in a preliminary (first year) data collection mode and intends to share data outside in the next year within a feasibility
study and research initiative.
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Public Policy, Habitat Restoration , Resource management, Conservation Science ,
Government Engagement , Private Sector Engagement. Agricultural Specialist, Architecture, Business Manager, Community
Organizing, Economist, Education, Engineer, Information Systems Technician, Natural Scientist or Researcher (e.g.,. Biologist,
Ecologist, Hydrologist, etc.), Public Health, Public Relations, Social Scientist or Researcher (e.g., Anthropologist, Sociologist,
Geographer, etc.), Naturopathic Practitioner
Website:
www.uvi.edu and viccc.uvi.edu
www.twitter.com/viccc365
Social Media: www.facebook.com/vicaribbean.culture and
Contact person(s): Dr. Chenzira Davis Kahina, Director

Telephone: 340-692-4272 and 340-244-2524
Mailing Address: University of the Virgin Islands RR2 10000 Kingshill, St. Croix Virgin Islands 00850
Email: viccc@myuvi.net and viccc@live.uvi.edu
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Academic Institution
Virgin Islands Experimental Program to

Stimulate Competitive Research (VI-EPSCoR)
Year founded:
Geographic scope: St. Thomas; St. John, St. Croix
Mission: VI-EPSCoRs strategy to build the territorys scientific capacity in support of

economic development draws on and strengthen the territorys physical and human
resources through two main effortsby integrating investments in capacity for marine
and environmental research, policy and decision-making, education, and outreach, and by
enhancing partnerships between researchers and policy and decision makers, educators,
and the broader communityin order to address marine and environmental issues of vital
importance to a healthy and sustainable future for the territory.
Additional information about mission: The Virgin Islands Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (VIEPSCoR) is a Territorial program, funded by the National Science Foundation. One of its goals is to strengthen partnerships
between researchers, decision-makers, educators, and the public. This is essential if we hope to successfully address local and
regional marine and environmental issues.
1-5
Thematic areas: Biodiveristy, Climate Change Mitigation, Coral Reefs, Data Management, Education, Fisheries, Human
Dimensions (e.g., social and societal aspects of environmental issues), Invasive Species, Marine Protected Areas, Student
Researchers
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: We have a wide range of marine and GIS research
equipment
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Conservation Science , Community Activities (e.g., beach cleanups), Education and
Awareness. Community Organizing, Education, Natural Scientist or Researcher (e.g.,. Biologist, Ecologist, Hydrologist, etc.),
Public Relations, Social Scientist or Researcher (e.g., Anthropologist, Sociologist, Geographer, etc.)
Website:
http://epscor.uvi.edu/
Contact person(s): Henry H. Smith, Director

Telephone: (340) 6924003
Mailing Address: University of the Virgin Islands #2 John Brewers Bay St. Thomas, VI 00802-9990
Email: ndrayton@live.uvi.edu
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Non-profit Organization
1993
We Grow Food, Inc

Year founded: 1993
Geographic scope: US Virgin Islands
Mission: The mission of We Grow Food.Inc. is to promote, develop, preserve, and defend
agriculture in the Virgin Islands by assisting farmers in the Virgin islands to the growth and
development of their farm operations by establishing programs in partnership in the
agriculture sector, both private, and government, in order to provide the virgin Islands with
fresh locally grown produce at affordable prices.
Additional information about mission: We are a sustainable agriculture organization. Our membership consists of about 20
farmers.
Thematic areas: Agriculture and Energy
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Community Activities (e.g., beach cleanups), Education and Awareness, Green
Technology
Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/WEGROWFOOD
Contact person(s):
Benita D. Martin
Email: wgfi_vi@yahoo.com
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Puerto Rico
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Non-Governmental
1968

Year founded: 1968
island.
Geographic scope: We give educational presentations to schools/institutions all around the

We also participate in environmental-related events wherever we can such as Luquillo, Old
San Juan, Arecibo, Ocean Park, Bayamn, Hato Rey, and Guaynabo.
Mission: Explore, enjoy, and protect the wild places of the earth; practice and promote the
responsible use of the earth's ecosystems and resources; educate and enlist humanity to
protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment; and to use all lawful
means to carry out these objectives.
Additional information about mission: Dedicated to the protection of the Northeast Ecological Corridor, the implementation
of a Zero Waste model for the Island and achieving Cool Cities that reduce their global warming emissions and thus reduce
municipal spending. The Club engages volunteer leaders in presentations, tabling, excursions, lobbying, communications and
legal efforts in order to create the change we want to see.
Estimated number of volunteers: Over 600
Estimated number of part-time staff: 1 to 5
Estimated number of members: Over 1500
Thematic areas: Amphibians/Reptiles, Avian/Birds, Biodiversity, Community-Based Management, Conservation Planning,

Coral Reefs, Decision Making & Policy, Economic Valuation & Ecosystem Service, Ecosystem Restoration, Education, Energy,
Fisheries, Forest Management, Fresh Water Ecosystems, Land Use Planning, Law & Policy, Marine Protected Areas, Protected
Areas (land), Threatened/Endangered Species, Waste Management
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: Participation of our fellow Puerto Ricans who serve
as volunteers.
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Community Organizing, Education, Planning, Policy Maker or Advisor, Public
Relations Public Policy, Habitat Restoration , Education and Awareness , Community Activities (e.g., beach cleanups),
Grassroots Advocacy, Resource management, Eco-excursions, Government Engagement , Private Sector. Engagement
Conservation of Natural Resources, Conservation of Habitat, Protection of Endangered Species, Land Management.
Website: http://puertorico.sierraclub.org
Contact person(s): Adriana Gonzlez, National

Representative and Field Coordinator;
Orlando Negrn, President;
Alberto Torres, Vice President.
Telephone: (787) 688-6214
Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/SierraClubPR
Mailing Address: PO Box 21552 San Juan, PR 00931-1552 Email: adriana.gonzalez@sierraclub.com
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Year founded: 1970
1970
Para la Naturaleza
Geographic scope: Puerto Rico Archipelago
Mission: Ensure functional and healthy ecological systems on the islands of Puerto Rico
and to promote among our people a sense of responsibility around the conservation of
nature, therefore providing ecosystem services that will help us achieve our social goals,
economic and quality life.
Additional information about mission: We are a conservation group who seeks a

sustainable future for Puerto Rico. We provide transformative experiences in nature, preserve land of high ecological value,
encourage taking responsibility for our natural resources and drive public policy for protection. Para la Naturaleza, the new
unit of the Conservation Land Trust of Puerto Rico, assembles all the projects and initiatives of the organization, and also
handles all natural areas. Para la Naturaleza seeks to put conservation in the hands of every person and every community, by
offering life experiences with nature, to inspire and motivate specific actions in favor of its protection.
Estimated number of full-time staff:
Estimated number of volunteers: >50
139
Estimated number of members: 2,700
Thematic areas: Agriculture, Amphibians / Reptiles, Enforcement, Protected Areas (land), Avian / Bird, Biodiversity, Waste,
Human Dimensions (eg., Social aspects of environmental issues), Freshwater Ecosystems, Education, Endangered Species / in
Danger, Research Students, Community Based Management, Wetlands, Law & Policy, data Management, Conservation
Planning, Land Use Planning, Historic & Cultural Resources, Water Resources, Ecosystem Restoration, Policy & Decision
Making, Economic Valuation of Ecosystem Services.
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: Operations: Human Resources, Accounting, Finance,
Information Systems Development (FRIENDS program, 'Grants',' Fundraising), Legal, Communications (Graphic Arts,
Marketing, Events, Web Management, 'copywriter') and Program Management: Division of Science, Education and Public
Policy, Procurement, Grants and Conservation Easements; Regions (Superintendents, Interpreters, Management Officials) Tree
Nurseries
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Lawyer, Scientist or Research Natural (eg., Biologist, Ecologist, Hydrologist, etc..),
Scientific and Social Research (eg., Anthropologist, sociologist, geographer, etc..), Education Policy Maker or advisor,
Environmental Manager, Business Manager, Engineer, Community Organization, Planning, Information Systems Technician,
Social Worker. Community Activities (eg beach cleaning), Conservation Science, Commitment of the Government, Private
Sector Engagement, Eco-excursions, Education and Awareness, Resource Management, Public Policy, Habitat Restoration
Website: www.paralanaturaleza.org
Contact person(s): Soledad Gaztambides

Telephone: (787) 722-5834
Mailing Address: PO Box 9023554, San Juan, PR 00902
Social Media: www.facebook.com/ParaLaNaturaleza /

https://twitter.com/paralanaturalez /
http://instagram.com/paralanaturaleza#
Email: soledad@paralanaturaleza.org
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Academic Institution
1977

Year founded: 1977
Geographic scope: Archipelago PR (Puerto Rico, Vieques, Culebra, Mona, Monito, Caja de
Muertos, all keys and islands).
Mission: The mission of Sea Grant Program at the University of Puerto Rico is to promote
conservation and sustainable use of marine and coastal resources.
Additional information about mission: Our organization seeks to promote the conservation and sustainable use through
three main components: Research, Extension and Education, all supported by the Communications Section. Our focus areas
are: Environmental Education, Communities and Economies Resilient and Healthy Coastal Ecosystems and Habitats.
11-20
N/A
Thematic areas: Adaptation to Climate Change, Agriculture, Marine Protected Areas, Protected Areas (land), Coral Reefs, Sea
Level Rise, Avian / Bird, Biodiversity, Natural Disaster & Risk, Waste, Human Dimensions, Freshwater Ecosystems, Education,
Energy, built Environment, Endangered Species / Endangered, Invasive Species Research Students, Community Based
Management, Wetlands, Law & Policy, data Management, Media, Climate Change Mitigation, Monitoring, Fisheries,
Conservation Planning, Planning of Use Land, Cultural & Historic Resources, Water Resources, Ecosystem Restoration, Policy &
Decision Making, Economic Valuation of Ecosystem Services, mariculture, ecotourism
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: We have a printing area and computers with video
editing capabilities, illustrate, layout and prepare graphic art. We also have a Resource Centre for Marine Information and
Education.
Expertise/Methods used by organization: We have working team composed of the right people to carry out our mission
(recreationists, marine scientists, social scientists, artists, administrators, educators, information systems technicians,
engineers). Community Activities (eg beach cleaning), Conservation Science, Commitment of the Government, Private Sector
Engagement, Ecoexcursiones, Education and Awareness, Community-Based Promotion. Grant research projects, dissemination
of information through electronic media, magazines, books, pamphlets, posters, and videos, coordination of educational
activities, workshops and conferences.
Website: http://seagrantpr.org
Contact person(s): Ruperto Chaparro Serrano, Director

Yulissa Garca Lugo, Administrator
Cristina D. Oln Martnez, Communication Coordinator
Telephone: 787-832-3585/787-832-8045/
Social Media: Facebook: Sea Grant Puerto Rico
787-834-4726
Mailing Address: Call Box 9000 Mayagez, PR 00681-9000
Twitter: @SeaGrantPR
Email: comunicacionespsgupr@gmail.com
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1978

Year founded: 1978
Geographic scope: State Forests, Reserves, undeveloped natural Areas (Commonwealth or

Territory)
Mission: The Camping Association of Puerto Rico, Inc. (ADAPRI) is a nonprofit organization
that promotes the knowledge and practice of camping backpack with low ecological impact
in Puerto Rico and elsewhere.
Additional information about mission: Facilitates the exchange and dissemination of knowledge and information on
environmental protection and natural resources. Perform activities that enrich the knowledge of the members on the Puerto
Rican folklore and culture. Sponsored by environmentalists and social activities responding to these principles and the Puerto
Rican people.
Estimated number of part-time staff:
Estimated number of members:
Thematic areas: Protected Areas (land), Biodiversity, Freshwater Ecosystems, Education, Ecosystem Restoration, Policy &
Decision Making, All you have to do with sustainability and resource use under the principles of LEAVE NO TRACE, in addition
to restoration, preservation and conservation of natural areas.
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: Visual equipment. Development of educational
materials for K - 12 on the river Mameyes.
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Besides Mameyes defense in the monthly meetings of the Metropolitan Chapter
offered educational and environmental talks for ten months of the year. Occasionally coordinate environmental and
educational activities during camps. Community Activities (eg beach cleaning) Government commitment, Ecoexcursiones,
Education and Awareness, Resource Management, Public Policy, Habitat Restoration. Lawyer, Scientist or Research Natural
(eg., Biologist, Ecologist, Hydrologist, etc..), Education, Forestry Specialist, Business Manager, Engineer, Public Health, Social
Worker
Website:
http://adapri.org/
Contact person(s): Felix Hernndez (Metro Chapter President)

Telephone: 787-674-2892
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 22971, San Juan PR 00931-2971
Email: info@adapri.org
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1978

Logo or photo
Year Founded: 1978
Geographic Scope: Metropolitan Area, Mayagez, Coamo, Camuy, Cidra, Fajardo, Aibonito,
Patillas, Naranjito and other municipalities, Puerto Rico.
Mission: Educational non-profit organization dedicated to "Serve and Give". It has a

genuine interest in providing safe drinking water conducive to general public health. Its
members belong to a variety of disciplines, but share the vision of preserving and
improving overall water and environmental resources.
Additional information about mission: The Puerto Rico Water & Environment Association is composed by the Water
Environment Federation (WEF), and the American Water Works Association (AWWA) for its acronym in English. These
organizations cover all kinds of professionals in the field of environmental engineering, specifically drinking water, sewage,
reuse water, biosolids and other branches of environmental engineering in particular. Our main purpose is to orient, educate
and serve all our membership. Our main base is to offer seminars, technical conferences, and any other activity that help and
nurture our knowledge on the topics of interest.
Thematic areas: Disasters and Natural Hazards, Human Dimensions (e.g., social and societal aspects of environmental issues),
Student Researchers, Community-Based Management, Water.
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Architecture, Natural Scientist or Researcher (e.g., Biologist, Ecologist,
Hydrologist, etc.), Social Scientist or Researcher (e.g., Anthropologist, Sociologist, Geographer, etc.), Education, Environmental
Manager, Business Manager, Engineer, Community Organizing, Public Relations, Public Health, Information Systems
Technician, Operators of treatment plants and independent consultants. Community Activities (e.g., beach cleanups),
Conservation Science, Private Sector Engagement, Education and Awareness, Resource Management , Grassroots Advocacy,
Green Technology. Environmental Education, Water Bodies Monitoring, Education and Restoration of water systems in small
communities who do not receive service from the Public Authority, Guidance and Support to young students, Working
together with media and organizations that care and value natural resources.
Website: www.prwea.org
Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/prweaorg
Contact person(s): Odalis de la Vega, Administrative Assistant; Janet Gautier, President

Telephone: (787) 900-9737
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 13702 San Juan, PR 00908-3702
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Joint Venture and Non-Profit Education and Research Organization/
1983
Tropic Ventures Sustainable Forestry & Rainforest Enrichment

Year founded: 1983
Geographic scope: Sierra de Cayey, Patillas, Puerto Rico
Mission: Develop and sustainably manage timber producing forest; traditional and nontraditional agro-forestry systems. Protect and conserve more than 675 acres in forest
reserve. Conserve the present forest on this property for the protection of three important
systems of permanent streams and rivers. Develop authentic ecotourism and educational
activities. Creating practical strategies for plantations and small diameter forest products.
Identify, manage and reduce threats to forested ecosystems health.
Additional information about mission: Established in 1983, the land known as Las Casas de la Selva is the home of Tropic
Ventures Sustainable Forestry & Rainforest Enrichment Project, in Patillas, Puerto Rico. Silvicultural techniques developed and
applied at Las Casas de la Selva over the last two decades, demonstrate, that on a small scale in Puerto Rico, secondary forests
can be ecologically and economically suitable for sustainable timber production.
Thematic areas: Forest Management
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: Tree growth, Tree survey, Herpetological Data, Fungi
Data, Bird Species, Seedlings. Scientific Equipment for Tree Measuring, Herpetological Studies, Bird Surveys. Tree Harvesting
Equipment, Chainsaw, Tractor, Winch, etc.
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Agricultural Specialist, Business Manager, Community Organizing, Education,
Forest Specialist, Natural Scientist or Researcher (e.g., Biologist, Ecologist, Hydrologist, etc.), Public Relations Habitat
Restoration, Education and Awareness, Community Activities (e.g., beach cleanups), Resource management, Eco-excursions,
Green Technology, Government Engagement, Private Sector Engagement. Forestry Monitoring, Herpetological Studies, Fungi
Inventory, Bird Surveying.
Website: www.eyeontherainforest.org
Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/eyeontherainforest ,

https://twitter.com/wanderwoman3t
Contact person(s): Thrity Vakil and Andrs Ra Gonzlez
Telephone: (787) 329-7761
Mailing Address: Las Casas de la Selva, HC 63, Buzon 3879, Patillas, 00723, PR
Email: 3t@eyeontherainforest.org
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1985
The Vieques Conservation and Historical Trust

Year founded: 1985
Geographic scope: Vieques, Puerto Rico
Mission: The mission of the Vieques Conservation and Historical Trust (VCHT) is to foster,
protect and conserve the environmental, archaeological and cultural resources of Vieques,
Puerto Rico. One of the primary goals is to preserve and study the bioluminescent bays
found on the island.
Additional information about mission: VCHT is committed to supporting the people, the archaeology and the physical
environment of Vieques, by honoring its history, ecology and culture through education and research. The VCHT supports a
broad array of educational programs for the community, with a special focus on children, through lectures, educational
exhibits, seminars, summer programs, publications, computer resources and a unique Vieques scholarship program.
Estimated number of full-time staff: 1-5
Thematic areas: Community-Based Management, Conservation Planning, Cultural and Historical Resources, Education,
Human Dimensions (e.g., social and societal aspects of environmental issues), Marine Protected Areas, Wetlands
Expertise/Methods used by organization: N/A
Website:
N/A
www.vcht.org
Contact person(s): Lirio Mrquez-D'Acunti, Executive Director
Mark Martin-Bras, Community Relations Director

Telephone: 787 741-8850
Mailing Address: 138 Calle Flamboyan, Vieques PR 00765

Email: viequesconservationtrust@gmail.com
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Academic
1991
Centro Hemisfrico de Cooperacin en Investigacin y

Educacin en Ingeniera y Ciencia Aplicada (CoHemis)
Year founded: 1991
Geographic scope:
Mission: Promote and facilitate the development of human resources, technology, and
programs that help the research and Education in science and engineering for the benefit of
the countries of the Western hemisphere.
Additional information about mission: CoHemis has been responsible for a number of conferences, workshops, courses and
forums of national and international relevance as part of its mission of promoting the development of human resources,
technology, and programs that help the research and educational initiatives in science and engineering. The specific objectives
are to: increase industrial competitiveness in the Western Hemisphere; improve the scientific and technological capacities of
the Americas and the Caribbean; encourage the protection of resources and the environment in the hemisphere; increase the
knowledge of regional problems of high priority among researchers and educators in the Americas; increase the number and
quality of engineers and Hispanic scientists in the global market.
Thematic areas: Climate Change Adaptation, Agriculture, Sea Level Rise, Biodiversity, Disasters and Natural Hazards, Waste
Management, Human Dimensions (e.g., social and societal aspects of environmental issues), Education, Energy, Built
Environment (e.g., infrastructure), Threatened/Endangered Species, Community-Based Management , Climate Change
Mitigation, Conservation Planning, Land Use Planning
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: Educational material related to the conferences,
forums and workshops. For example, Powerpoint presentations, videos, and photos. We continuously use resources such as
teachers and students from the University of Puerto Rico in various specialties.
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Natural Scientist or Researcher (e.g., Biologist, Ecologist, Hydrologist, etc.),
Education, Engineer, Information Systems Technician, Administrative Assistant. Education and Awareness, Grassroots
Advocacy, Conferences, Forums and Workshops.
Website: http://cohemis.uprm.edu/
Contact person(s): Fernando Gilbes Santaella, Director;

Francisco Maldonado Fortunet, Co-Director
Yamarie Hernandez Bonet, Coordinator
Telephone: (787) 265-6380
Mailing Address: UPR Mayaguez CoHemis Call Box 9000 Mayaguez, PR 00681-9000
Email: cohemis@uprm.edu
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1993
Scuba Dogs Society

Year founded: 1993
and
Geographic scope: We work with all the cities, river basins and coastal areas of Puerto Rico
around the world.
Mission: Our Geographic Reach is to model a culture of harmony with nature to educate and
integrate humans with their socio-ecological surrounding.
Additional information about mission: Ensure that humans can live in harmony with nature. We have a permanent
administrative team and the largest "grass roots" group and most active volunteers in Puerto Rico.
Estimated number of volunteers: 21 to >50
Estimated number of part-time staff:
Estimated number of members: >50
Thematic areas: Adaptation to Climate Change, Amphibians / Reptiles, Law Enforcement, Marine Protected Areas, Protected
Areas (land), Coral Reefs, Sea Level Rise, Avian / Bird, Biodiversity, Natural Disaster & Risk, Waste, Human Dimensions (p.
example., social aspects of environmental issues), Diplomacy, Freshwater Ecosystems, Education, Energy, built environment
(eg., infrastructure), Endangered Species / Endangered, Invasive Species Research Students, Base Management community,
Wetlands, Law & Policy, data Management, Forest Management, Media, Climate Change Mitigation, Monitoring, Fisheries,
Conservation Planning, Land Use Planning, Historic & Cultural Resources, Water Resources, Ecosystem Restoration, Taking
Decision & Policy, Economic Valuation of Ecosystem Services, Urban development, cultural behavior, recycling programs
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Scientific or Research Natural (eg., Biologist, Ecologist, Hydrologist, etc..),
Scientific and Social Research (eg., Anthropologist, sociologist, geographer, etc..), Diplomat, Education, Policy Maker or advisor,
Forestry Specialist, Environmental Manager, Business Manager, Engineer, Community Organization, Planning, Public
Relations, Public Health, Information Systems Technician
Website: www.scubadogssociety.org
Social Media: Facebook - Scuba Dogs Society
Contact person(s): Alberto E. Mart Ruiz /Silmarie Sanchez/Mariana del Alba Lpez
Telephone: 787-783-6377
Mailing Address: Calle Buen Samaritano D-13 Gardenville Guaynabo, PR 00966
Email: info@scubadogssociety.org
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Student Organization
1993

Year founded: 1993
Geographic scope: UPR Ro Piedras
Mission: The mission of our organization is to promote environmental conservation by

creating a sense of responsibility and promoting sustainability in the university community
and the rest of the country.
Additional information about mission: Sociedad Eco-Ambiental (SEA) is a non-profit student organization dedicated to the
conservation of nature and environmental education. The SEA was founded by several students from the University of Puerto
Rico, Rio Piedras Campus. Some of our activities include lectures, research, tours, exhibitions, contests, beach cleaning,
recycling and our annual social activity, the Environmental Bohemia.
Thematic areas: Law Enforcement, Marine Protected Areas, Protected Areas (land), Biodiversity, Natural Disaster & Risk,
Waste, Human Dimensions (eg., Social aspects of environmental issues), Education, Research Students
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: We are a group of students from different areas of
study. Scientific or Research Natural (eg., Biologist, Ecologist, Hydrologist, etc..), Scientific and Social Research (eg.,
Anthropologist, sociologist, geographer, etc..), Education
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Environmental education, research, coastal cleanups, "lobbying" with the campus
administration. Community Activities (eg beach cleaning), Ecoexcursiones, Education and Awareness
Website: seaupr.weebly.com
Contact person(s): Amira Odeh
Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/sea.upr
Telephone: 787-764-0000, Ext . 7700
Mailing Address: Department of Environmental Science University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus PO Box 70377 San
Juan, PR 00936-8377
Email: sea_upr@hotmail.com
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Academic Institution /
1993 /
Environmental Finance Center at Syracuse

Year founded: 1993
Geographic scope: We focus our service in US EPA Region 2 (New Jersey, New York,
Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands, and eight tribal nations), but also work across the Nation,
and globally Our main office is based out of the Syracuse Center of Excellence, at Syracuse
University, in Syracuse, NY. We also have staff members located in satellite locations in New
York City and San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Mission: EFCs mission is to advance efficient and effective governance and problem-solving through leadership development
and community participation in decision-making processes, focusing on public infrastructure education and training,
financing, and regulatory tools, in areas such as, but not limited to, sustainable materials management, green infrastructure for
storm water management, water and wastewater infrastructure, smart growth, comprehensive planning, sustainable
agriculture, and green building.
Additional information about mission: EFC leverages numerous partners to connect local government officials and other
organizations with technical assistance, assessment tools, and funding offered by its large network of collaborators and
resources. EFC also provides professional training and community outreach to engage, educate, and enable communities to
make change toward improved environmental infrastructure and quality of life.
6-10
Estimated number of part-time staff: 11-20
Estimated numbers of members: N/A
Thematic areas: Agriculture, Agroforestry, Built Environment (e.g., infrastructure), Climate Change Adaptation, Climate
Change Mitigation, Community-Based Management, Conservation Planning, Coral Reefs, Cultural and Historical Resources,
Decision Making & Policy, Disasters & Natural Hazards, Education, Fresh Water Ecosystems, Human Dimensions (e.g., social
and societal aspects of environmental issues), Land Use Planning, Law & Policy, Media, Monitoring, Sea Level Rise, Student
Researchers, Waste Management, Water Resources, Wetlands, Waste water treatment and management.
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: EFC collects data through its support of mini-grant
research projects on Sustainable Materials Management and Green Infrastructure with organizations throughout Puerto Rico.
In addition, EFC engages with various communities that provide feedback through event evaluations and anecdotal evidence.
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Agricultural Specialist, Community Organizing, Economist, Education, Engineer,
Environmental Manager, Natural Scientist or Researcher (e.g.,. Biologist, Ecologist, Hydrologist, etc.), Planning, Public Health,
Policy Maker or Advisor, Public Relations, Social Scientist or Researcher (e.g., Anthropologist, Sociologist, Geographer, etc.).
Community Activities (e.g., beach cleanups), Education and Awareness, Government Engagement, Grassroots Advocacy, Green
Technology, Private Sector Engagement, Public Policy, Resource Management.
Website: http://efc.syracusecoe.org
Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Environmental Finance-Center-at-Syracuse-University
Contact person(s): Mark Lichtenstein, Executive Director

Mailing Address:
Telephone: 315-443-1131
727 East Washington St., Syracuse, NY 13210
Email: efc@syracusecoe.org
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Non-Governmental
/ Non-Profit Organization /
1995
Sociedad Ornitolgica Puertorrique

a, Inc.
Year founded: 1995
Geographic scope: Puerto Rico including Vieques and Culebra, but we have mostly worked
in the municipalities of Ponce, Gunica, Lajas, Cabo Rojo, Mayagez, Aasco, Rincn,
Aguadilla, Isabela, Quebradillas, Camuy, Hatillo, Arecibo, Barceloneta, Manat, Adjuntas and
Jayuyas.
Mission: Promote the preservation, conservation, restoration and sustainable management

of important bird areas in Puerto Rico. Stimulate the study, appreciation and protection of
birds and give alternatives of technical and scientific character for those actions that could
have a significant impact on birds.
Estimated number of members: Approximately 5180
Thematic areas: Avian/Birds, Biodiversity, Ecosystem Restoration, Education, Monitoring, Threatened/Endangered Species,
Wetlands
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: Ecological and Demographic Data. Field equipment:
binoculars, GPS, spotting scope. Work equipment: field guides, a small library, computer, office equipment.
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Agricultural Specialist, Education, Engineer, Information Systems Technician,
Natural Scientist or Researcher (e.g., Biologist, Ecologist, Hydrologist, etc.), Public Relations, Habitat Restoration, Education
and Awareness , Community Activities (e.g., beach cleanups) Birds Populations Monitoring, Capacity Building, Environmental
Education.
Website: http://www.avesdepuertorico.org
Social Media: Twitter:SOPI@Aves_Puerto Rico,
Facebook:Sociedad Ornotolgica Puertorriquea
Contact person(s): Alcides L. Morales-Prez, President;
Javier Biaggi, Vice-President;

Ela Cruz, Executive Director
Telephone: (787) 404-7703 / (787)371-1709
Mailing Address: PO Box 195166, San Juan, PR 00919-5166

Email: directivasopi@yahoo.com
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1995
Ciudadanos del Karso

Year founded: 1995
Geographic scope: Commonwealth of Puerto Rico
Mission: Our mission is to protect and conserve the natural systems of Puerto Rico, Puerto
Rican karst mainly, and to encourage and develop actions that illustrate how social
organization and nature can and should be supported.
Additional information about mission: CDK is a non-governmental, non-profit, incorporated under the laws of the
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, dedicated to the protection and conservation of natural resources of Puerto Rican karst.
6 a 10

Thematic areas: Adaptation to Climate Change, Agriculture, Amphibians / Reptiles, Enforcement, Protected Areas (land), Sea
Level Rise, Avian / Bird, Biodiversity, Natural Disaster & Risk, Waste, Freshwater Ecosystems, Education, Energy, the built
environment (eg., infrastructure), Endangered Species / Endangered, Invasive Species Research Students, Wetlands, Law &
Policy, Forest Management, Land Use Planning, Water Resources, Ecosystem Restoration, Policy & Decision Making .
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: Computers with GIS program
Scientific and Social Research (eg., Anthropologist, sociologist, geographer, etc..), Economist, Environmental Manager,
Planning. Conservation Sciences, Government Commitment, Public Policy, Eco-tours, Education and Awareness, Resource
Management, Habitat Restoration, Green Technology.
Website:
www.cdk-pr.org
Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CiudadanosDelKarso/
Contact person(s): Abel Vale / Jose A. Coln
Telephone: 787-755-0410
Mailing Address: 267 Sierra Morena, PMB 230 San Juan, PR 00926-5583
Email: enlacepr@hughes.net
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Non-Governmental /
Non-Profit Organization / 1997
Ecotono, Inc.
Year founded: 1997
Geographic scope: Fajardo, Humacao, Aguadilla, Rincn, Cabo Rojo, Gunica, Lajas, Ponce,
San Juan and Dorado, Puerto Rico; Bonaire; Curacao; US Virgin Islands; British Virgin
Islands; Dominican Republic; Panama; Venezuela; Colombia and Mexico.
Mission: To support research and education on marine environments.
Additional information about mission: Nonprofit organization founded to support marine education initiatives. Since 2007
we have been working with the lionfish issue. Currently we provide support to the fishing industry of Puerto Rico on the
necessary amendments to the Fishing Regulations; working on initiatives that involve the Seahorse, and improving the
environmental data.
Thematic areas: Law Enforcement, Marine Protected Areas, Coral Reefs, Disasters and Natural Hazards, Human Dimensions
(e.g., social and societal aspects of environmental issues) , Education, Built Environment (e.g., infrastructure) ,
Threatened/Endangered Species, Invasive Species, Student Researchers , Community-Based Management , Law and Policy,
Data Management, Monitoring, Fisheries, Conservation Planning .
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: Specimens of invasive species (Lionfish). Projectors,
Computers, Secci Disks, Diving Equipment, Fishing Equipment, and Underwater Cameras.
Diplomat, Education, Business Manager, Planning, Information Systems Technician. Eco-excursions, Education and Awareness
, Resource Management, Grassroots Advocacy. Invasive Species Removal, Education Programs, Documentation.
Website: http://www.caribbeanlionfish.org/
Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/EcotonoInc

Contact Person(s): Joel Melndez Daz, President
Geovanny Negrn, Vice President
Carmen Rosa Velentn Del Ro, Administrator
Telephone: (787) 531-0613
Mailing Address: PO Box 142, Gurabo, PR 00778-0142

Email: info@caribbeanlionfish.org
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2001

Year founded: 2001
Geographic scope: Around the Island of Puerto Rico, including Mona, Culebra. In the Virgin
Islands and the Dominican Republic
Mission: Maximize available resources in protecting the marine environment.
Additional information about mission: Research dissemination of knowledge with community-based conservation and
restoration of coastal and marine habitats. To guide, educate, and raise awareness through conferences, forums and
symposiums on the conservation of our marine resources.
Estimated number of volunteers: 21 a 50
Thematic areas: Adaptation to Climate Change, Marine Protected Areas, Coral Reefs, Education, Endangered Species /
Endangered, Invasive Species Research Students, Community Based Management, Data Management, Climate Change
Mitigation, Monitoring, Fisheries, Planning for Conservation, Restoration Ecosystems, Politics & Decision Making, Economic
Valuation of Ecosystem Services.
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: Coastal cleanups. Monitor populations of fish and
corals for restoration of their habitat. Coral farming. Establish marine reserves.
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Community Activities (eg beach cleaning), Conservation Science, Commitment of
the Government, Private Sector Engagement, Education and Awareness, Resource Management, Promoting Community Based
Habitat Restoration.
Website:
http://www.cesampr.com/
Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/cesam.sociedadambientemarino
Contact person(s): Samuel Suleiman

Telephone: (939) 642-7264
Mailing Address: PO Box 22158 San Juan PR 00931

Email: sam_org_pr@yahoo.com
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Non-Profit / Community-Based Organization / 2002
Comit al Rescate de Nuestro Ambiente (CORENA), Inc.

Year founded: 2002
Geographic scope: Guayabal Ward, Cuevas, Cuevitas and Paso Hondo Sectors of Juana Daz,
and Higero Sector of Villalba, Puerto Rico.
Mission: To become custodians of the environment in our communities, denouncing
violations of environmental laws by companies and government agencies; to be promoters
of the coexistence between citizens and the natural resources.
Additional information about mission: It was founded with the purpose of combating environmental pollution in all its
manifestations in the towns of Villalba and Juana Daz. The organization has forced the Department of Natural and
Environmental Resources, as well as the Environmental Quality Board to more rigorously monitor mining activities in our
communities. Our mission is to ensure that these agencies along with EPA, recognize the serious environmental problem
caused by the quarries operations at the Cerro Cuevas of Poblado Guayabal in Juana Daz, among other situations.
Thematic areas: Law Enforcement, Disasters and Natural Hazards, Fresh Water Ecosystems, Land Use Planning.
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Natural Scientist or Researcher (e.g., Biologist, Ecologist, Hydrologist, etc.), Public
Relations, Community Activities (e.g., beach cleanups), Education and Awareness, Public Policy. Legislative Lobbying for the
implementation of the Law 129 of 202 that declares the Cerro Cuevas as Natural Monument.
Contact person(s): Jorge A. Torres, President;

Mariano Torres, Vice-President;
Zaida Coln, Secretary
Telephone: (787) 325-5594
Mailing Address: HC-05 Box 13891, Juana Daz, PR 00795

Email: jatorresyasoc@yahoo.com
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Cooperative /
2002
Cooperativa Orgnica Madre Tierra

Year founded: 2002
Geographic scope: Metropolitan Region, Island of Puerto Rico
Mission: The mission of the Cooperative is to educate and facilitate the cultivation,
production and consumption of synthetic chemical-free food, which is grown in an
environmentally and healthy way so that our natural resources can be enjoyed by our
children and our children's children in perpetuity. Puerto Rico has the physical and human
capacity to produce in abundance. There is wisdom in the traditional knowledge of our
farmers on how to farm efficiently and abundantly. We intend to redeem and use that
knowledge and integrate new techniques of organic farming .
Additional information about mission: La Cooperativa Orgnica Madre Tierra became assembled on April 27, 2002 and
from July of the same year celebrates an organic market in the Plaza Roosevelt at the Roosevelt urbanization located in Hato
Rey, San Juan Puerto Rico. The market is offered every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 pm. This is a
cooperative that brings together farmers, processors and consumers interested in promoting a healthy lifestyle through the
cultivation and consumption of local sustainable agriculture. Among its objectives is to provide the farmer and the processor
of organic products a space to sell their products directly to the consumer and in turn the community has a place to come to
buy fresh produce , grown without pesticides or synthetic chemicals. Another goal of this cooperative is to share information
and provide educational workshops to guide on the steps to live a healthy life.

Estimated number of volunteers :
0 Estimated numbers of part-time staff: 1-5
6-10
Thematic areas: Agriculture, Biodiversity, Waste, Education, Community Based Management
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: La Cooperativa Orgnica Madre Tierra provides
efficient management workshops on agricultural land to farmers and the general community as well as an exchange of
information between farmers on best practices for the conservation and management of agricultural land. Coordinate
conferences and workshops on seed conservation and proper management of them.
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Community Activities (eg beach cleaning), Education and Awareness, Habitat
Restoration, Green Technology. Lawyer, Architecture, Natural Scientist or researcher (eg . , Biologist , Ecologist , Hydrologist ,
etc. . ) , Scientific and Social Research (eg . , Anthropologist , sociologist , geographer , etc. . ) , Economist , Education, Maker of
Policy or Advisory Specialist, Agricultural , Forestry Specialist , Business Manager , Engineer, Community Organization ,
Planning , Public Relations , Public Health, Information Systems Technician , Social Worker , Cultural Management ;
Communicators
Website: www.coopmadretierra.org
Social Media: facebook.com/Cooperativa Orgnica Madre Tierra
Contact person(s): Mayra Nieves Rosa, Coordinadora

Telephone: 787-200-8580
Mailing Address: PMB #104-B Apartado 194000 San Juan, PR 00919-4000
Email: cooporganicamadretierra@gmail.com
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Coalition
2005

Year founded: 2005
Geographic scope: The Northeast Ecological Corridor occupies 3,000 acres (1,200
hectares) and is located between the towns of Luquillo and Fajardo. Neighborhood or
Subdivision: Effort to establish gateway communities and volunteer recruitment,
specifically in: the town of Luquillo, Barrio Juan Martin in Luquillo and Las Croabas in
Fajardo. Municipality: Luquillo and Fajardo. At the island level: in order to recruit
volunteers, lobbying and message dissemination efforts.
Mission: The Coalition brings together organizations and individuals dedicated to the permanent conservation and
sustainable development of the Northeast Ecological Corridor and its gateway communities.
Additional information about mission: The Coalition is an organization consisting of individual and organizational members
represented in a council and supported by several external organizations. The purpose of the Coalition is to empower
residents, community groups and organizations in Puerto Rico's Eastern Region.
Thematic areas: Adaptation to Climate Change, Avian / Bird, Biodiversity, Natural Disaster & Risk, Freshwater Ecosystems,
Education, built environment (eg., Infrastructure), Endangered Species / Endangered, Research Students, Community Based
Management, Wetlands, Law & Politics, Media, Monitoring, Conservation Planning, Land Use Planning, Restoration of
Ecosystems, Economic Valuation of Ecosystem Services.
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: No, but the Coalition donated equipment to the
Department of Natural and Environmental Resources for turtle monitoring. The equipment acquired was a scanner that can
read the information source of the "tags" to be detected on the turtles that come to CEN.
the Government, Private Sector Engagement, Eco-excursions, Education and Awareness, Promoting Community Based
Advocacy for Corridor in the legislature and federal government, turtles Monitoring (with DNER), Planning for community
portals (thesis students of Planning and Architecture), educational activities (workshops and forums), cultural activities
(pump), Festival Tinglar scientific Activities bio-blitz type and inventory of species. Lawyer, Scientist or Research Natural (eg.,
Biologist, Ecologist, Hydrologist, etc..), Scientific and Social Research (eg., Anthropologist, sociologist, geographer, etc..),
Environmental Manager, Community Organization, Planning.
Website: http://www.sierraclub.org/corredor/coalition.asp
Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/corredorecologicodelnoreste
Contact person(s): Angie Coln-Pagn, Presidenta /

Luis Villanueva-Cubero, voluntario
Telephone: 787-407-7189 /
787-460-8315
Mailing Address: PO Box 9367704 San Juan, PR 00936-7704

Email: angiecpcen@gmail.com or lvilla2962@gmail.com
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Community-Based Organization /
2006
Frente Ambiental Amigos de la Naturaleza Patillas, Puerto Rico
Logo or photo
Year founded: 2006
Geographic scope: Humedal Punta Viento Natural Reserve, Bajos and Patillas Pueblo
Wards, Patillas, Puerto Rico
Mission: Development of educational, recreational activities and awareness to achieve the
management, conservation, protection and sustainable development of areas of ecological
value. through the development of Environmental Policy and promote ecotourism.
Additional information about mission: Non-profit, community-based volunteer work, individually and in conjunction with
the Central Government and Municipal, in the preparation of Conservation Plans and Development, Education, Recreation and
Ecotourism Project and the promotion and implementation of Environmental Public Policy.
Estimated number of volunteers: Over 50

Thematic areas: Amphibians/Reptiles, Law Enforcement , Marine Protected Areas, Protected Areas (land), Biodiversity, Fresh
Water Ecosystems, Threatened/ Endangered Species, Invasive Species, Student Researchers, Community-Based Management,
Wetlandss, Law and Policy, Forest Management, Media, Conservation Planning, Land Use Planning, Cultural and Historical
Resources, Ecosystem Restoration, Economic Valuation and Ecosystem Service
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: Ecological and Geographical Information.
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Architecture, Natural Scientist or Researcher (e.g., Biologist, Ecologist,
Hydrologist, etc.), Education, Community Organizing, Planning. Community Activities (e.g., beach cleanups), Conservation
Science, Government Engagement, Eco-excursions, Education And Awareness, Resource Management, Public Policy,
Grassroots Advocacy, Habitat Restoration, Protected Areas Management, Flora Restoration, Environmental Education,
Planning And Development.
Social Media: www.facebook.com/FAANPatillasPR
Contact person(s): Luis F. Baerga; Ana M. Pagan

Telephone: (787) 387-8407 / 341-7379
Mailing Address: PO Box 503 Patillas, PR 00723
Email: frenteambientalpatillas@gmail.com
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Non-Governmental
Non-Profit Organization /
2007
Corporacin para la Sustentabilidad Ambiental

de Puerto Rico, Inc.
Year founded: 2007
Geographic scope: Puerto Rico
Mission: Occupy the forefront in the promotion of "Environmental Sustainability" and

"Public Health" exercising local leadership and proactive initiatives by using scientific
knowledge, appropriate technology and essential partnerships to ensure the enjoyment of
the natural heritage to future generations.
Additional information about mission: Non-profit organization created to promote Environmental Sustainability, Public
Health, and to create and support community initiatives.
Thematic areas: Climate Change Adaptation, Agriculture , Protected Areas (land), Biodiversity, Disasters and Natural
Hazards, Waste Management, Human Dimensions (e.g., social and societal aspects of environmental issues) , Education ,
Energy, Built Environment (e.g., infrastructure) , Community-Based Management , Climate Change Mitigation, Conservation
Planning, Land Use Planning, Water Resources, Ecosystem Restoration , Desicion Making and Policy, Public Health.
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Natural Scientist or Researcher (e.g., Biologist, Ecologist, Hydrologist, etc.), Social
Scientist or Researcher (e.g., Anthropologist, Sociologist, Geographer, etc.), Education, Environmental Manager, Engineer,
Community Organizing, Planning, Public Health, Information Systems Technician, Social Worker. Community Activities (e.g.,
beach cleanups), Education and Awareness, Grassroots Advocacy, Scientific Research. Design and Management of
Environmental and Public Health Programs. Scientific Research, Environmental Education, Technical Advisory.
Website: www.cosuam.org
Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/COSUAMdePuertoRico

Contact person(s): ngel Torres
Telephone: (787) 674-3155
Mailing Address: Jos R. Acosta #380 Roosevelt, Hato Rey Puerto Rico 00918
Email: cosuam@yahoo.com
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2008

Year founded: 2008
Geographic scope: The majority of our activities are on the northwest coast of PR: Isabela,
Aguadilla, Aguada, Rincn, Aasco. We also have partners-collaborators in Mayagez, Cabo
Rojo, and La Parguera and have carried out projects in these areas.
Mission: Surfrider Foundation's mission statement: 'the protection and enjoyment of
oceans, waves and beaches through a powerful activist network'.
Additional information about mission: FSR has developed a more specific mission statement: Beyond the general mission
of the national Surfrider Foundation, the Rincn chapter has developed specific focal areas due to its unique status within the
national network. As an integral partner in the creation of the Reserva Marina Tres Palmas the chapter continues to promote
and protect the RMTP and encourage the creation of other co-managed Marine Protected Areas in PR. The experience gained
from the RMTP effort has allowed the chapter to become well versed in all aspects of coastal management, and especially in
coral reef ecology and protection.
Thematic areas: Agriculture, Biodiveristy, Built Environment (e.g., infrastructure), Climate Change Adaptation, Climate
Change Mitigation, Community-Based Management, Conservation Planning, Coral Reefs, Cultural and Historical Resources,
Data Management, Decision Making & Policy, Economic Valuation & Ecosystem Service, Ecosystem Restoration, Education,
Fresh Water Ecosystems, Human Dimensions (e.g., social and societal aspects of environmental issues), Invasive Species, Land
Use Planning, Law & Policy, Marine Protected Areas, Monitoring, Sea Level Rise, Student Researchers, Threatened/Endangered
Species, Waste Management, Water Resources, Wetlands
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: IDEXX Enterolert 2000 lab for determining fecal
bacterial concentrations; various dive equipment (lift bags, buoys etc) for reef restoration work; PA system, projectors etc for
public presentations; other educational literature/demonstration set-up equipment. Enterococcus bacterial counts in
recreational waters in our study area (Isabela to Rincn); garbage/trash collection data from local area; marine debris 'trash
map' of the Reserva Marina Tres Palmas.
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Conservation Science , Community Activities (e.g., beach cleanups), Education and
Awareness, Government Engagement, Grassroots Advocacy, Habitat Restoration, Public Policy, Resource Management.
Business Manager, Community Organizing, Education, Natural Scientist or Researcher (e.g.,. Biologist, Ecologist, Hydrologist,
etc.)
Website: http://rincon.surfrider.org/
Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/FundacionSurfriderRincon

Contact person(s): Monserrate Perez, Chair
Mailing Address: PO Box 902, Rincn PR 00677

Email: surfriderfoundationrincon@gmail.com
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2009
Centro Para la Conservacin del

Year founded: 2009
Geographic scope: Archipelago of Puerto Rico
Mission: Positively impact a Puerto Rican society through the implementation of projects in
area of environmental management that contributes to 1) improve the interface between the
public and the forest landscape, 2) to contribute to understand, recognize and use
the natural environment responsibly through effective management of the landscape
around us.
Additional information about mission: Organization with professional credibility, technical and social commitment that
works for environmental conservation from the point of view of landscape management and society that composes it. An
organization with the capacity and structure to perform work and projects that impact environmental and social services of a
well-managed forest landscape integrating management activities to residents, so that they contribute and know their role in
the landscape where they live and the role of the components of mismo. Our concept is to work with technical staff, with an
interdisciplinary approach to protect, restore and enhance our natural landscape and forest with responsible management of
our natural resources so that communities can use and enjoy environmental benefits that this landscape provides for this and
future generations.
Thematic areas: Agriculture, Protected Areas (land), Biodiversity, Human Dimensions (eg., Social aspects of environmental
issues), Freshwater Ecosystems, Education, Endangered Species / Endangered, Invasive Species Research Students, Data
Management, Management forest Monitoring, Fisheries, Conservation Planning, Ecosystem Restoration, Policy & Decision
Making, Economic Valuation of Ecosystem Services.
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: For our educational, conservation, management and
restoration use specialized equipment such as GPS, dbh tape, clinometer, tape measure distance, "range finder", compass, etc..
Team work such as shovel, pick, pruning shears, etc.. For our educational projects using the following equipment: computer,
projector, screen, etc.
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Conservation Sciences, Government Commitment, Education and Awareness,
Resource Management, Habitat Restoration. Lawyer, Scientist or Research Natural (eg., Biologist, Ecologist, Hydrologist, etc..),
Scientific and Social Research (eg., Anthropologist, sociologist, geographer, etc..), Education, Forestry Specialist, Planning.
Website:
www.ccpaisaje.org
Contact person(s): Alejandro Torres Abreu

Telephone: 787-222-4545
Mailing Address: PO Box 23186, San Juan, Puerto Rico 00931-3186

Email: atorresabreu@gmail.com
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2009
Grupos Ambientales Interdisciplinarios Aliados- GAIA

Year founded: 2009
Mission: GAIA is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to encourage favorable

behaviors of individuals and groups towards the environment, by facilitating conservation
action in K-12 schools and their surrounding communities.
Additional information about mission: We hope to inspire and facilitate citizens to take action in their communities through
science, K-12 curriculum development, multimedia projects, restoration and conservation projects, professional development
workshops and networking. Our main goal with any initiative is to promote the understanding that all human actions have
interactions with the natural and cultural landscape that surrounds us.

Estimated numbers of members: N/A
Thematic areas: Marine Protected Areas, Protected Areas (land), Biodiversity, Natural Disaster & Risk, Waste, Human
Dimensions (eg., Social aspects of environmental issues), Education, Student Research
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: computers, trees measuring equipment, materials and
garden equipment, GPS, google maps. We collect social data, ecological and geographical. Scientific or Research Natural (eg.,
Biologist, Ecologist, Hydrologist, etc..)
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Community Activities (eg beach cleaning), Conservation Science, Education and
Awareness, Community-Based Promotion. Environmental education, restoration of landscaping in public schools, water
monitoring, monitoring of public forests, solid waste management. Adaptation to Climate Change, Agriculture, Agroforestry,
Waste, Human Dimensions (eg., Social aspects of environmental issues), Education, Community Based Management,
Monitoring, Ecosystem Restoration. Scientific and Social Research (eg., Anthropologist, sociologist, geographer, etc..),
Education, Community Organization.
Website:
http://comunidadesgaia.org
Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/GruposGAIA
Contact person(s): Colibr Sanfiorenzo-Barnhard, Executive Director

Telephone: (928) 255-2525
Mailing Address: PMB190 425 Carr 693 Suite 1 Dorado Puerto Rico 00646
Email: colibri@comunidadesgaia.org
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Non-Governmental Organization / 2009

Year founded: 2009
Geographic scope: Pueblo: Dessources, Municipality: Croix-des-Bouquets, Country: Haiti
Mission: We focus on creating and implementing viable and sustainable projects in the areas
of energy, health care, farming, engineering, education and leadership, promote actions
in collaboration with the international community to encourage young people to act on
behalf of social justice and transform the heart of providing aid: from indifference to
engagement.
Additional information about mission: The purpose of the intervention of Silent Grace in a community is to conduct and
facilitate, together with the community, projects that contribute to sustainable development and improving the quality of life
of all community participants. We have an interdisciplinary team working from an anthropological perspective facilitating
sustainable processes with communities and organizations in developing countries.
Estimated number of volunteers: 11-20 Estimated number of members: 0
Thematic areas: Adaptation to Climate Change, Agriculture, Agroforestry, Biodiversity, Waste, Human Dimensions (eg., Social
aspects of environmental issues), Freshwater Ecosystems, Education, Energy, Research Students, Community Based
Management, Data Management Forest Management, Climate Change Mitigation, Monitoring, Conservation Planning, Land Use
Planning, Historic & Cultural Resources, Water Resources, Ecosystem Restoration, Policy & Decision Making.
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: Social, demographic, ecological and agricultural
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Land use planning, monitoring of surface water quality, environmental and
agricultural education. Community Activities (eg beach cleaning), Education and Awareness, Resource Management, Public
Policy, Promoting Community Based Habitat Restoration, Green Technology. Architecture, Scientific Research Natural (eg.,
Education Specialist, Agricultural, Forestry Specialist, Environmental Manager, Engineer, Community Organization, Planning,
Public Relations, Public Health, Social Worker.
Website: www.silentgracefoundation.org
Contact person(s): Andrea Prez, Directora

Telephone:: (787) 948-3422
Mailing Address: PO Box 9839 San Juan, PR 00908
Email: andrea@silentgracefoundation.org
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Non-Governmental/Non-Profit Organization /
2009
Arrecifes Pro Ciudad, Inc.

Year founded: 2009
Geographic scope: Carolina, Puerto Rico
Mission: Our mission is to protect of the reefs through education.
Additional information about mission: Non-profit organization founded in order to

preserve, protect and restore reefs from the metropolitan area of San Juan, Puerto Rico. Our
purpose was initially to achieve the designation of the Isla Verde Reef Marine Reserve to
begin here with the protection of our resources. In September 2012, we achieved the designation, becoming the Isla Verde
Reef the first urban marine reserve in Puerto Rico and perhaps in many parts of the world. In addition we are creators of the
coloring book, "The Residents of Isla Verde's Coral Reef " (in Spanish and English version).
Thematic areas: Amphibians/Reptiles, Marine Protected Areas, Coral Reefs, Invasive Species, Conservation Planning,
Ecosystem Restoration
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: Photos and the method of a civil organization that
manages achieves a marine reserve designation. Camera and computer.
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Lawyer, Natural Scientist or Researcher (e.g., Biologist, Ecologist, Hydrologist,
etc.), Education, Environmental Manager, Business Manager, Community Organizing, Graphic Artist. Community Activities
(e.g., beach cleanups), Conservation Science, Government Engagement, Education and Awareness, Resource Management,
Grassroots Advocacy. Dissemination of Information, Environmental Education Issues Presentations, Conferences to schools,
communities and beach users, Sports activities, environmental activities and camps.
Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/arrecifeislaverde
Contact person(s): Paco Lpez
Telephone: (787) 604-4959
Mailing Address: 6981 Pine Grove Apt. 11 A Carr. 187 Carolina, PR 00979
Email: arrecifeislaverde@gmail.com
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2010
Iniciativa Herpetolgica
Inc.
Year founded: 2010
Geographic scope: Archipelago PR (Puerto Rico, Vieques, Culebra, Mona, Monito, Caja de
Muertos, all keys and islands).
Mission: Herpetologica Initiative, Inc. is a nonprofit corporation organized under the laws
of the Government of Puerto Rico. Our purpose is: 1. To stimulate public appreciation of
amphibians and reptiles, 2. To promote the study and protection of amphibians and
reptiles, 3. Promote the conservation and preservation of areas of importance for
amphibians and reptiles, 4. Promote conservation alternatives to activities that somehow
adversely affect the Puerto Rican herpetofauna.
Additional information about mission: Our institution is structured with a board of directors, consisting of president, vice
president, treasurer, secretary and a member. The organization remains financially through proposals and grants. In the 3
years that we as an organization have offered: 1. teacher training workshops on amphibians and reptiles of Puerto Rico, 2.
educational talks on endemic and endangered, 3. to develop scientific research projects related to threatened or endangered in
the karst area of the island.

Estimated number of members:
Thematic areas: Amphibians / Reptiles, Education, Endangered Species / Endangered, Invasive Species
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Herpetological Initiative, Inc. is comprised of herpetologists and other scientists
who voluntarily and have long been dedicated to offering lectures on wildlife Puerto Rican schools and community groups.
Scientific or Research Natural (eg., Biologist, Ecologist, Hydrologist, etc..). Educational Workshops, Lectures, Research, invasive
species management, Student Orientation, Organization of Symposia, Preparation of educational material. Education and
Awareness, Resource Management.
Contact person(s): Alberto Puente
Telephone: 787-449-6254
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1023 Arecibo PR 00613-1023

Email: albertonski@gmail.com
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Non-Profit
Community-Based Organization
2011
Comit Arecibe
o por la Conservacin de las Tortugas Marinas,
Year founded: 2011
Geographic scope: Arecibo, Hatillo and Manat, Puerto Rico
Mission: Our mission is to conserve and protect our turtles in danger of extinction through
the monitoring of beaches and the protection of its habitat through education and
awareness, engaging the community and tourists in their protection.
Additional information about mission: Non-profit organization dedicated to the management and conservation of sea
turtles in danger of extinction. Better known as YO AMO EL TINGLAR it is a non-governmental community-based organization
operating under the permit and the collaboration of the Department of Natural and Environmental Resources of Puerto Rico.
Thematic areas: Amphibians/Reptiles, Law Enforcement, Marine Protected Areas, Protected Areas (land), Education,
Threatened/Endangered Species, Community-Based Management, Data Management, Monitoring, Conservation Planning,
Volunteers Training.
Education, Community Organizing. Community Activities (e.g., beach cleanups), Conservation Science, Eco-excursions,
Education and Awareness, Resource Management, Grassroots Advocacy, Habitat Restoration. Populations Monitoring,
Restoration Work, Environmental Education, Dissemination of Information, Data Collection, Beach Monitoring Activities for
Nesting Turtles.
Website: www. http://yoamoeltinglar.com/
Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/yoamo.eltinglar
Contact person(s): Myrna Concepcin Torres

Telephone: (939) 276-9901
Mailing Address: HC 01 Box 10885, Arecibo, PR 00612

Email: myrnaconcepciontorres@gmail.com
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Year founded:
Mission: Protecting the quality of the environment, conservation and better use of natural
resources and sustainable development of the land.
Additional information about mission: Provide scientific and technical assistance to conservation organizations and
community groups on issues or disputes relating to the protection of environmental quality, conservation and better use of
natural resources and sustainable development of the land.
Thematic areas: Enforcement, Education, Community Based Management, Law & Politics, Media, Conservation Planning,
Land Use Planning, Ecosystem Restoration, Policy & Decision Making
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Scientific or Research Natural (eg., Biologist, Ecologist, Hydrologist, etc..),
Planning. Public Policy.
Contact person(s): Luis Jorge Rivera Herrera
Email: idspr@hotmail.com
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Coalition
Coalicion Playa Para Todos

Year founded:
Geographic scope: Punta las Maras, Culebra, San Juan, Ocean Park, Rincn
Mission: Recovery, restoration and protection of the streets, roads and public spaces that
lead or are on our shores, protecting the coast of buildings that could destroy its ecological
integrity and keeping the coasts and beaches for the overall enjoyment of the community.
Additional information about mission: The illegal and immoral way in which access controls have been placed on our
shores, under Regulation 20 of Act 21 of 1987 Access Control , even contrary to its section 3.02 indicating that this Act does
not apply in areas where you see affected access to the beaches. By inaction of government agencies to protect our natural
resources and their access. The clear violation of public policy and government inaction does not stress your ministerial duty
described in our Constitution under Article 6 Section No. 19 and Act No. 3 Article 1 of 1990 and Regulation # 17 where
expressed public policy of open access and protection of our coasts. For partial or complete loss of access to our shores that
threaten our quality of life and sustainable development.
Thematic areas: Adaptation to Climate Change, Coral Reefs, Natural Disaster & Risk, Education, Law & Politics, Media, Access
to beaches
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used:: Envelope, Legal cases street closures with access to
beaches and buildings that affect costs and its approaches.
Engineer, Community Organization, Planning, Public Health. Community Activities (eg beach cleaning), Education and
Awareness, Public Policy, Community-Based Promotion. Contents marches, demonstrations, lectures and other public
performances peaceful nature intended to vindicate public rights usurped. Report violations reported in improper
construction, Assist in civil obedience action of compliance with our Constitution and its regulations, educate citizens on the
rights of free access and better use of costs as described in our Constitution, laws and regulations.
Website: https://tuplayaenreja.com
Contact person(s): Nelson Prez , Director
Telephone:: 783787275
Mailing Address: 2306 Laurel St. Apt. 10F Cond. The Terrace San Juan, Puerto Rico. 00913
Email: noideapr@gmail.com
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GuardaMar
Year founded:
Mission: Protecting the health and integrity of the coast and the sea that surrounds us and
pouring water on it and assert the right to use and enjoy the coast by all.
Additional information about mission: Guardamar is a non-governmental environmental non-profit organization dedicated
to protecting the health and integrity of the coast and the sea that surrounds us. We do this through education, organization,
research, conservation, activism and institutionalization of Guardamar. This program is a Neighborhood Watch environmental
program where citizens patrol protecting communities and the waters on which they depend. Guardamars philosophy is
based on the notion that the protection and enjoyment of the natural resources of the community require daily monitoring of
its citizens.
1-5
Estimated number of volunteers: 21-50 Estimated number of members: 0
Thematic areas: Adaptation to Climate Change, Agriculture, Agro-forestry, Amphibians / Reptiles, Law Enforcement, Marine
Protected Areas, Protected Areas (land), Coral Reefs, Sea Level Rise, Biodiversity, Natural Disaster & Risk, Waste, Dimensions
human (eg., social aspects of environmental issues), Diplomacy, Freshwater Ecosystems, Education, Energy, built environment
(eg., infrastructure), Endangered Species / Endangered, Invasive Species Research Students, Management Community Based
Wetlands, Law & Policy, data Management, Media, Climate Change Mitigation, Monitoring, Fisheries, Conservation Planning,
Land Use Planning, Historic & Cultural Resources, Water Resources, Ecosystem Restoration, Decision Making & Policy,
Economic Valuation of Ecosystem Services.
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used:: Land management, planning, population monitoring,
weather monitoring, monitoring of oceanographic conditions or other environmental conditions, restoration work,
information dissemination and environmental education, among others.
the Government, Private Sector Engagement, Eco-tours, Education and Awareness, Resource Management, Public Policy,
Promoting Community Based Habitat Restoration. Lawyer, Architecture, Political Position, Scientific Research Natural (eg.,
Diplomat, Economist , Education, Policy Maker or advisor, Agricultural Specialist, Forestry Specialist, Environmental Manager,
Business Manager, Engineer, Community Organization, Planning, Public Relations, Public Health, Information Systems
Technician, Social Worker, Futuristic.
Contact person(s): Maryann Lucking, Ricardo Laureano, Dr. Nelson Prez, Alerto de Jess
Mailing Address: San Justo # 50, Apto.1-A San Juan, PR 00901
Email: guardamar007@gmail.com
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Non-Governmental
Community-Based Organization
Ciudadanos Aguade
os Pro Conservacin del Ambiente, Inc.
Year founded:
Geographic scope: The coastal communities of Espinar, Tablonal and Guaniquilla Wards of
Aguadilla.
Mission: Protect the lands with ecological and agricultural value of the Town of Aguada and
the Northwestern area of Puerto Rico through the education of citizens and communities
and boosting public policy through legislative and Government lobbying.
Additional information about mission: Non-profit organization whose goal is to fight for the conservation of the natural
resources of Aguada area and neighbouring towns.
Estimated number of part-time staff: 11 a 20
Thematic areas: Agriculture, Law Enforcement, Marine Protected Areas, Protected Areas (land), Wetlands, Law and Policy,
Land Use Planning, Cultural and Historical Resources .
Types of information collected by organization or equipment used: We do not have scientific data but we have
information, laws and press articles. Electronic and Imaging Equipment.
Expertise/Methods used by organization: Lawyer, Natural Scientist or Researcher (e.g., Biologist, Ecologist, Hydrologist,
etc.), Education, Policy Maker or Advisor, Agricultural Specialist , Social Worker. Government Engagement , Private Sector
Engagement , Education and Awareness , Resource Management, Public Policy, Legislative and Goverment Lobbying.
Website: N/A
Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/capca.aguada

Contact person(s): Jorge R. Sepulveda Torres,
President; Javier Lpez, Secretary;
Luis Cardona, Treasurer
Telephone: (787) 438-5907; (939) 865-1553
Mailing Address: PO Box 817 Aguada, PR 00602

Email: jsepulveda66@yahoo.com
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OTHER ORGANIZATIONS
US VIRGIN ISLANDS
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSOCIATION
OF ST. THOMAS-ST. JOHN
Email: jason.budsan@gmail.com
Website: eastvi.org
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION IN
THE CARIBBEAN (EPIC)
Location: 200 Dr. M.L. King, Jr.
Blvd., Riviera Beach, FL 33404
Telephone: 707-845-1171
Email: info@epicislands.org
Website: www.epicislands.org
https://www.facebook.com/epicisla
nds?fref=ts
PER ANKH
Location: Per Ankh (House of Life),
Inc.
Post Office Box 607
Kingshill, St. Croix VI 00851-0607
Head of Organization: Nesu Neb
KaRa C. Herishetapaheru
Telephone: 888-614-5554 /
340-244-2524 /305-407ANKH (2654)
Email: perankh@gmail.com
perankh@me.com
Website:
http://www.perankhu.net/index.ht
ml
https://www.facebook.com/perank
h
RIDGE TO REEF FARM
Email: shellibrin@gmail.com
SEJAH FARM OF THE VIRGIN

ISLANDS
Location: 9B Castle Burke,
Frederiksted P.O Box 3443
Kingshill, St. Croix USVI 00851
Head of Organization: Dale &
Yvette Browne
Telephone: 340-277-6046/340277-9392
Email: sejahfarm@unitedstates.vi
Website: www.sejahfarm.com
ST. CROIX ENVIRONMENTAL
ASSOCIATION
Location: St. Croix Environmental

Association 5032 Anchor Way Suite
3 Christiansted VI 00820
Email:
cburke@stxenvironmental.org
Website:
http://www.stxenvironmental.org/
ST. GEORGE VILLAGE BOTANICAL

GARDEN
Telephone: 340-692-2874
Email: dhamada@viaccess.net
Website: sgvbg.org
ST. THOMAS EAST END RESERVE
(STEER)
Email: ahoffman@tnc.org
UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN

ISLANDS, AGRICULTURAL
EXPERIMENT STATION (AES)
Location: Agricultural Experiment
Station RR 1, Box 10,000 Kingshill,
VI 00850
Telephone: (340) 692-4020 Fax:
(340) 692-4035
Website:
http://www.uvi.edu/research/agric
ultural-experimentstation/default.aspx
UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN
ISLANDS COOPERATIVE
EXTENSION SERVICE (CES)
Head of Organization: Kwame
Garcia
Telephone: 340-692-4091
Email: kgarcia@uvi.edu
Website:
http://www.uvi.edu/community/co
operative-extensionservice/default.aspx
VIRGIN ISLANDS CONSERVATION
SOCIETY
Email: paulchakroff@gmail.com
THE WELLNESS COALITION
Head of Organization: Lynda
Muhammad
Telephone: 340-332-7434
Email:
thewellnesscoalitionvi@gmail.com
Website:
https://www.facebook.com/wellne
sscoalition
PUERTO RICO
ALIANZA ELICA PARA EL
DESARROLLO SOSTENIBLE DE
PUERTO RICO (AEDSPR)
Telephone: 787-724-0987 Fax:787724-0789
Website:
http://energiaverdepr.org/forum/t
opics/alianza-eolica-para-eldesarrollo-sostenible-de-puertorico?commentId=2198628%3ACom
ment%3A37198
AMRICA APONTE & ASSOC.
Head of Organization: Elizabeth
Sepulveda
Email: sepulveda.liz@gmail.com
AMIGOS DE AMON PRO

CONSERVACION ISLA DE MONA
Location: PO BOX 1759, Boqueron,
Puerto Rico 00622
Head of Organization: Hector
Padilla
Email: hecpad@gmail.com
Website:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/
Amigos-de-Amona
AMIGOS DE LA LAGUNA SALINAS

PONCE
Email: yanina.moreno@gmail.com
Website:
www.myspace.com/amigosdelalagu
na
AMIGOS DE LAS TORTUGAS
MARINAS
Location: HC-01 Box 2027
Maunabo, PR 00707
Email:
tortugasmaunabo@yahoo.com
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Website:
http://tortugasmaunabo.com/
AMIGOS DE TRES PALMAS

Email:
ReservaMarinaTresPalmas@gmail.c
om
berliz@amigosdetrespalmas.org
Website:
https://www.facebook.com/Amigos
DeTresPalmas
AMIGOS Y AMIGAS DEL AMBIENTE

DE LA TIERRA ALTA
Location: 40 Calle Julio Grau Urb.
Vega Linda Jayuya, PR 00664
/PO Box 286 Jayuya, P.R.00664
Head of Organization: Jaime R.
Rosario
Telephone: 787-828-1327
Email: biolumi@hotmail.com
ASOCIACIN DE ESTUDIANTES DE
MANEJO DE VIDA SILVESTRE,
UNIVERSITY OF PUERTO RICO
HUMACAO CAMPUS
Email: aemvs.uprh@upr.edu
Website:
https://www.facebook.com/aemvs.
uprh
ASOCIACION ESTUDIANTIL DE
BIOLOGIA MARINA COSTANERA,
UNIVERSITY OF PUERTO RICO
HUMACAO CAMPUS
Email: aebmc.uprh@upr.edu
Website:
http://www.uprh.edu/marina/
https://www.facebook.com/aebmc
ASOCIACIN NACIONAL DE
DERECHO AMBIENTAL, INC.
(ANDA)
Location: PO Box 364852 San Juan
PR 00936-4852
Telephone: 787.999.9573
Email: info@andapr.org
Website: http://blog.andapr.org/
ASOCIACIN PUERTORRIQUEA
ENERGA VERDE (APEV)
Location: PO Box 50688, Toa Baja,
PR 00950
Head of Organization: Allan Rivera
Telephone: (939) 940-0346
Email: apev@onelinkpr.net
Website:
http://energiaverdepr.org/
https://www.facebook.com/APEVC
OOP
BIOBAY CONSERVATION GROUP

Telephone: (787) 741-0720
Email: biobay@biobay.com
Website: http://www.biobay.com/
BIRDLIFE INTERNATIONAL
Email:
communications@birdlife.org
Website: http://www.birdlife.org/
https://www.facebook.com/BirdLif
eInternational
CAPITULO DE ECOLOGIA AKKA
SEEDS
Location: UPR-RP
Email: akka.seeds@gmail.com
CARIBBEAN CORAL REEF

INSTITUTE, UNIVERSITY OF
PUERTO RICO MAYAGUEZ CAMPUS
Location: Caribbean Coral Reef
Institute University of Puerto Rico
PO BOX 9000 Mayaguez PR, 00681
Head of Organization: Francisco
Pagan
Telephone: Isla Magueyes Phone:
(787) 899-2048 ext. 280
Phone/Fax: (787) 899-5500
Email: franciscoe.pagan@upr.edu
ccri@uprm.edu
Website: http://ccri.uprm.edu/
CARIBBEAN REGIONAL
ASSOCIATION FOR INTEGRATED
COASTAL OCEAN OBSERVING
(CARA)
Location: Caribbean Regional
Association PO Box 3446 Lajas, PR
00667
Telephone: (787) 899-2048 X 283
/ 279 Fax: 787-899-2564
Website: http://cara.uprm.edu/
CARIBBEAN REGIONAL OCEAN
PARTNERSHIP
Email: ajustiniano@tnc.org
CASA PUEBLO
Email: johannadelgado@yahoo.com
Website:
http://www.casapueblo.org
CENTRO CULTURAL Y DE
SERVICIOS DE CANTERA, INC.
Location: PO Box 7152 Barrio

Obrero Station San Juan, PR 09167152
Telephone: 787-728-0566
787-727-8533
CENTRO DE CONSERVACIN DE
MANATES DE PUERTO RICO,
INTERAMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF
PUERTO RICO
Location: PO Box 361715
San Juan, Puerto Rico 00936
Email: info@manatipr.org
edu@manatipr.org
Website: http://manatipr.org/
CENTRO DE EDUCACIN,
CONSERVACIN E
INTERPRETACIN AMBIENTAL,
INTERAMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF
PUERTO RICO (CECIA)
Head of Organization: Graciela
Ramrez Toro
Telephone: (787) 625-2148 Ext.
7630 or 7631
Email: cecia@metro.inter.edu
cecia@prtc.net
Website:
http://www.metro.inter.edu/facult
ad/esthumanisticos/cecia.htm
CENTRO DE ESTUDIOS PARA EL

DESARROLLO SUSTENTABLE,
UNIVERSIDAD METROPOLITANA
Location: Universidad
Metropolitana
#1600 Ave. Comero, Suite 12
Bayamn, PR 00961-6376
Head of Organization: Mara A.
Juncos-Gautier, M.S.
Telephone: (787) 288-1100, Ext.
8251, 8255
Fax: (787) 288-1995
Email: cedes@suagm.edu
Website:
http://www.PuertoRicoSustentable.
org
Centro-de-Estudios-para-elDesarrollo-SustentableCEDES/143415515692838
CIENCIAPR
Email: contact@cienciapr.org
Website:
http://www.cienciapr.org/es
/
https://www.facebook.com/ciencia
pr
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CIUDADANOS DEFENSA BELLEZA

DE PR
Email: bacarola@gmail.com
Website:
http://yonotirobasuraalacalle.org/s
ite/
CIUDADANOS EN DEFENSA DEL
AMBIENTE (CEDDA)
Location: PO Box 140885 Arecibo,
PR 00614-0885
Email: ceddapr@gmail.com
Website:
http://ceddapr.blogspot.com/
https://www.facebook.com/ciudad
anos.ambiente
COALICION PLAYAS PAL'PUEBLO

Website:
Coalici%C3%B3n-Playas-PalPueblo/530950356926368
CIUDADANOS PRO BOSQUE SAN

PATRICIO
Location: Pro Bosque San Patricio
PO BOX 10847 San Juan Puerto Rico
00922
Website:
http://www.bosquesanpatricio.org/
COALICIN PRO BOSQUE SECO

VENTANAS VERRACO
Email:
contacto@coalicionventanasverraco
.org
Website:
http://www.coalicionventanaverrac
o.org/
http://eolicaospr.blogspot.com/
https://www.facebook.com/Eolicao
s
COMIT CABORROJEOS PRO

SALUD Y AMBIENTE (CCPSA)
Location: CCPSA
PO Box 1789 Cabo Rojo, PR 006231789
Calle Barbosa #55, Esq. Betances,
Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico 00623
Head of Organization: Dra. Evelyn
Cepeda
Telephone: (787) 254-0115 Fax
(787) 851-2999
Email: ccpsai@yahoo.com
Website:
http://www.proambientepr.org/co
mite_caborrojeno/pagina_principal/
pagina_principal.html
Comit%C3%A9Caborroje%C3%B1o-Pro-Salud-yAmbienteInc/299220946795207?fref=ts
COMIT PRO DESARROLLO DE

MAUNABO, INC. (CPDM)
Email: comitemaunabo@yahoo.com
COMIT PRO RESCATE Y
DESARROLLO DE VIEQUES
Email: info@radiovieques.net
Website: http://www.cprdv.org/
COMIT DESARROLLO SOCIAL Y

CULTURAL DAGUAO, INC. (CDSCDI)
Location: Naguabo, PR
Head of Organization:
Telephone: (787) 874-4444
Email: cdscdi99@hotmail.com
Website:
Comite-Desarrollo-Social-yCultural-DaguaoInc/200373423345224
COMIT PRO RESERVA NATURAL

CAN LAS BOCAS
Email: canonlasbocas@yahoo.com
Website: www.canonlasbocas.com
COMIT PRO RESERVA NATURAL

PUNTA GUILARTE, INC.
Email: humedalarroyo@yahoo.com
Website:
COMIT PRO-CONSERVACIN DE
BOSQUES EN DORADO
Email: josem@caribe.net
Website:
COMIT TIMN DE CALIDAD
AMBIENTAL DE MANAT
(COTICAM)
Location: PO Box 1391 Manat, PR
00674
Carr 668 Km 0.0, Calle Mckinley
Manati, PR, 00674
Head of Organization:
Telephone: (787) 884-3800 Fax
(787) 884-6884
Email: coticam@hotmail.com
Website:
Coticam-PR/365122063586812
COMIT YABUCOEOS PROCALIDAD DE VIDA
Email: ruthlaboy@yahoo.com
CONSEJO PARA EL AVANCE EN

PUERTO RICO DE LA INNOVACIN
Y LA INVESTIGACIN CIENTFICA
(CAPRI)
Email: contact@cienciapr.org
Website: http://www.cienciapr.org
CORALATIONS, INC.
Location: P.O. Box 750 Culebra, PR
00775
Head of Organization: Mary Ann
Lucking
Telephone: 787-556-6234/Fax
530-618-4605
1-877-77-CORAL 1-877-77(2-6725)
Email: info@coralations.org
maryann@coralations.org
Website:
http://www.coralations.org
https://www.facebook.com/CORAL
ations?fref=ts
CORPORACIN PIONES SE
INTEGRA (COPI)
Email: copi1pr@gmail.com
Website: http://www.copipr.com
DEPARTAMENTO DE LA COMIDA
Location: #1063 Ave Las Palmas, El
Gandul/Trastalleres, Santurce San
Juan, PR 00907
Telephone: 787.722.2228
Email:
eldepartamentodelacomida@gmail.
com
Website:
http://www.eldepartamentodelaco
mida.com/
DESARROLLO INTEGRAL DEL SUR,
INC. (DISUR)
Location: 742 Avenida Tito Castro
Ponce, PR 00716-4714
Telephone: 787-284-8424
Email: info@disur.org
Website: http://www.disur.org/
https://www.facebook.com/DISUR
PR
ECO-MAR
Email: ecocanopr@aol.com
Website:
http://puertojobos.comunidadpr.or
g
ECOPR
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Email: info@ecopr.org
Website:
https://www.facebook.com/EcoPR.
org
EKOTERRA
Head of Organization: Rigel Rivera
Telephone: 787-205-2248
Email: ekoterra.pr@gmail.com
Website:
https://www.facebook.com/Ekoter
ra
FRIENDS OF EL YUNQUE
Telephone: (787) 723-8520
Fax. (787) 724-7844
Email: rjrexach@rexachpico.com
Website:
Amigos-de-ElYunque/136243533186273
FUNDACIN DE INVESTIGACIONES
ESPELEOLGICAS DEL KARSO
PUERTORRIQUEO (FIEKP)
Email: enlacepr@caribe.net
mguzma2@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.fiekp.org/
FUNDACIN NACIONAL PARA LA

CULTURA POPULAR
Location: Apartado 9023971,
San Juan, Puerto Rico 00902-3971
Calle Fortaleza #56 Viejo San Juan,
Puerto Rico 00901
Head of Organization: Javier
Santiago
Telephone: (787) 960-2003
(787) 724-7165
Fax: (787)725-2498
Email: info@prpop.org
Website: http://www.prpop.org/
https://www.facebook.com/puerto
ricopop
FUNDACIN PUERTORRIQUEA DE
CONSERVACIN
Email: fundacionpr@aol.com
Website: www.fundacionpr.org
GEOAMBIENTE DEL CARIBE Inc.

Location: San Juan, PR 00918
Head of Organization: Mara
Falcn
Telephone: (787)772-9647
Email:
mfalcon@geoambientedelcaribe.co
m
INICIATIVA DE ECO DESARROLLO

DE BAHA DE JOBOS (IDEBAJO)
Head of Organization: Wanda
Rodrguez
Email: idebajo@hotmail.com
/
voluntariosprensagma@gmail.com
Website:
http://www.idebajo.com/index.htm
l
/
https://www.facebook.com
/idebajo.idebajo?ws&nr
INSTITUTO DE CIENCIAS PARA LA

CONSERVACION DE PR
Telephone: 787-238-0694
Email: incicopuertorico@gmail.com
LA TEA EN PIE DE LUCHA, INC.

Email: eserrano04@gmail.com
Website:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/L
a-Tea-en-Pie-de-LuchaInc/123008387770379
LIGA ECOLGICA QUEBRADILLANA

INC.
Location: Quebradillas, PR 00678
Email: lequebradillana@gmail.com
Website:
http://lequebradillana.blogspot.co
m/
Liga-Ecol%C3%B3gicaQuebradillanaInc/170282733122112
LIGA DE CONCIENCIA AMBIENTAL

DEL ESTE, INC.
Email: stfpave@yahoo.com
LOS GUARDIANES DE LA MONTAA
Email: info@guardianes.org
MADRE TIERRA ATABEY
Location: Bo. Macan, Guayanilla,
PR
Head of Organization: Emmanuel
Vzquez
Telephone: (800) 401-6740
Email: info@atabey.info
/ecoaldeaatabey@gmail.co
m
Website: www.atabey.info
/https://www.facebook.co
m/MadreTierraATABEY
MUSEO DE ARTE
CONTEMPORNEO DE PUERTO
RICO
Location: Edificio Histrico Rafael

M. de Labra Ave. Juan Ponce de
Len, esquina Ave. Roberto H. Todd
Parada 18, Santurce, Puerto Rico /
PO Box 362377 San Juan,
Puerto Rico 00936-2377
Head of Organization: Marianne
Ramrez Aponte
Telephone: (787) 977-4030, 4031,
4032, 4033, 4034, 4035/Fax: (787)
977-4036
Email:
adm1@museocontemporaneopr.org
/mes@museocontemporan
eopr.org
Website:
http://www.museocontemporaneo
pr.org/index.htm
Museo-de-ArteContempor%C3%A1neo-de-PuertoRico-MAC/28402997164
NACIN UNIDA PRO-AMBIENTE

(NUPA), UNIVERSITY OF PUERTO
RICO, AGUADILLA CAMPUS
Location: Aguadilla, Puerto Rico
Email: nupapr@gmail.com
Website:
http://www.nupapr.blogspot.com
https://www.facebook.com/NUPAP
R
ORGANIZACIN PRO AMBIENTE
SUSTENTABLE (OPAS)
Location: PO Box 1034, Dorado
Puerto Rico 00646
Email: opaspuertorico@gmail.com
/opaspr@yahoo.com
Website:
https://www.facebook.com/OPASP
R
ORGANIZACIN BORICU DE
AGRICULTURA ECO-ORGNICA,
INC.
Location: PO Box 613 Utuado, PR
00641
Head of Organization: Yolanda
Hernndez
Telephone: 787-867-1534 787894-4217
Email: batey@hotmail.com
Website:
http://organizacionboricua.blogspo
t.com/
Organizaci%C3%B3nBoricu%C3%A1-de-Agricultura-
62
EcoOrg%C3%A1nica/2044254562482
49?hc_location=timeline
PROGRAMA DE EDUCACIN
COMUNAL DE ENTREGA Y
SERVICIO, INC. (PECES)
Location: P. O. Box 647 Punta
Santiago Humacao, PR 00741
Head of Organization: Rey Omar
Cintrn
Telephone: 787-285-7979 / 787285-8791 /787-285-7878/ 787852-9348/ 787-285-4135
Email: info@proyectopecesinc.org /
admin@proyectopecesinc.org
Website:
http://www.proyectopecesinc.org
/http://www.pecesinc.org
/https://www.facebook.com/pecesi
nc
PUERTO RICO E-BIRD
Email: eBird@cornell.edu
Website:
http://ebird.org/content/pr/
PUERTO RICO WATER RESOURCES

AND ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
INSTITUTE (PRWRERI),
UNIVERSITY OF PUERTO RICO,
MAYAGUEZ CAMPUS
Location: CALL Box 9000
Mayagez, PR 00681-9000
Telephone: (787) 833-0300 / FAX:
(787) 833-3985
Email: prwreri@uprm.edu
Website:
http://prwreri.uprm.edu/index.htm
l
SOCIEDAD DE HISTORIA NATURAL

DE PUERTO RICO (SHNPR)
Location: The Natural History
Society of Puerto Rico PO BOX
361036 San Juan PR 00936-1036
Email: centroambiental@gmail.com
Website:
http://shnpr.org/TheSociety
SOCIEDAD ESPELEOLGICA DE
PUERTO RICO
Email: presi@sepri.org
Website: http://www.sepri.org
VEGABAJEOS IMPULSANDO
DESARROLLO AMBIENTAL
SUSTENTABLE (VIDAS)
Location: HC-2 Box 8883 Yabucoa,
PR 00767-9507
Email: grupo.vidas@gmail.com
VIDA MARINA: CENTRO CARIBEO

DE REDUCCIN DE DESPERDICIOS
ACUTICOS DE LA UPR
Telephone: 787-890-2681 X470
Website:
http://www.vidamarinapr.org/com
unicate.html
RESTAURACIN CULTURAL
Head of Organization: Pablo Luis
Rivera
Telephone: 787-244-2905
Email: xiorro@gmail.com
/ecercpr@gmail.com
Website:
http://www.bombapr.com/
https://www.facebook.com/Bomba
pr?fref=ts
SAN JUAN BAY ESTUARINE

PROGRAM
Telephone: Office 787-725-8165 /
Fax 787-723-8165
Website: www.estuario.org /
www.facebook.com/ciudaddelasagu
as
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APPENDIX I: SURVEY INFORMATION
Information for this compendium is part of a broader effort to understand who is doing what in the conservation
arena in the US Caribbean and the Caribbean Basin. K. Sola and C. Sanfiorenzo-Barnhard gathered this as well as
additional information through phone calls, face-to-face meetings, and mail, and electronic media. Information
from the survey developed by the CLCC staff and others will be made available without organization identifiers in
the future. We gathered information from 35 survey questions based on a set of six areas of interest to the CLCC.
A. Mission, Vision, and Function of the Organization
B. Conservation Issues in the Area
C. Collaboration
D. Science Priorities and Data Management for Achieving Your Mission

E. Scale of Conservation Issues
F. Background Information Questions

At this time, only the information in this compendium document is available to researchers that request it as per
the CLCC data sharing guidelines. Contact the CLCC staff or visit the website for more information.
Name of Organization
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APPENDIX II: ECOSYSTEM GOVERNANCE INTERACTIVE MAP
An Ecosystem Governance interactive map with a spatial view of all the organizations in the Caribbean that have
provided information to-date can be found on the CLCC website at http://caribbeanlcc.org/portfolio/ecosystemgovernance-2/ or from the homepage of the website click on the Data Center arrow and scroll down to Ecosystem
Governance. As of the writing of this version of the compendium the interactive map organizational profiles are
limited to Name, Website, Organizational Type, Headquarters Address, Contact Person, Email, and Telephone. We
encourage organizations not included to contact CLCC staff to be uploaded to the map and to complete the survey
to be included in the next compendium. Future versions of the interactive map will include detailed organizational
profiles and a search option so as to allow for finding organizations by thematic area, expertise, geographic scope,
and more.
If your organization is interested in being included or updating your profile, please contact:
Kasey R. Jacobs
Partnership and Outreach Coordinator
Caribbean Landscape Conservation Cooperative
kaseyrjacobs@caribbeanlcc.org
Office: (787) 764-7137
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INDEX
Organization Name
Page Number
Arrecifes Pro Ciudad Inc.
52
Blue Flag USVI
22
Asociacin de Acampadores de Puerto Rico, Inc.

Centro Hemisfrico de Cooperacin en Investigacin y Educacin en Ingeniera y Ciencia
Aplicada (CoHemis)
31
35
49
Ciudadanos Del Karso
40
Ciudadanos Aguadeos Pro Conservacin del Ambiente, Inc (CAPCA)

Coalicin Playas Para Todos
Coalicin Pro Corredor Ecolgico del Noreste / Coalition for the Northeast Ecological
Corridor
58
56
45
Comit al Rescate de Nuestro Ambiente (CORENA Inc.)
43
Cooperativa Orgnica Madre Tierra
44
Comite Arecibeo por la Conservacion de las Tortugas Marina

Corporacin para la Sustentabilidad Ambiental de Puerto Rico Inc.

Ecotono Inc.
Environmental Finance Center st Syracuse University
Frente Ambiental Amigos de la Naturaleza Patillas, Puerto Rico Inc

Friends of the St. Croix East End Marine Park
Grupos Ambientales Interdisciplinarios Aliados-GAIA

GuardaMar
Iniciativa Herpetologica Inc.
54
18
47
41
38
46
23
17
50
51
53
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Organization Name
Page Number
55
Para la Naturaleza
29
Island Resources Foundation

Reef Jam
Scuba Dogs Society
Sierra Club Puerto Rico Chapter


Sociedad Ornitolgica Puertorriquea Inc. (SOPI)
Surfrider Foundation Rincn aka Fundacin Surfrider Rincn)

The Vieques Conservation and Historical Trust
Tropic Ventures Sustainable Forestry & Rainforest Enrichment Project

VINE-Virgin Islands Network of Environmental Educators
Virgin Islands Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (VI-EPSCoR)

We Grow Food, Inc.
16
30
32
21
36
28
51
42
37
39
48
15
34
33
19
20
24
25
26
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CLCC STAFF
WILLIAM GOULD
Coordinator
United States Forest Service International Institute of Tropical Forestry
BRENT MURRY
Science Coordinator
United States Fish & Wildlife Service
KASEY JACOBS
Partnership & Outreach Coordinator
US Forest Service Puerto Rico Dept of Natural & Environmental Resources National Oceanic &
Atmospheric Administration
MARIXA MALDONADO
Administrative Assistant
United States Forest Service International Institute of Tropical Forestry
KAREN SOLA
Project Coordinator
COLIBR SANFIORENZO-BARNHARD
Project Coordinator
CLCC STEERING COMMITTEE

Leopoldo Miranda, SE Assistant Regional Director - Ecological Services, USFWS
Jean-Pierre L. Oriol, Director, Division of Coastal Zone Management for the Virgin Islands DPNR
Ernesto L. Daz, Director, Coastal Zone Management, Puerto Rico DNER
Edwin Almodovar, State Director, NRCS Caribbean Area Office
David P. Brown, Director, Southern Region Climate Services, NOAA
Jos Cruz-Burgos, USFWS, Caribbean Ecological Services Field Office
Lisamarie Carrubba, NOAA Caribbean Field Office, Cabo Rojo, PR
Constance Carpenter, Program Director, State and Private Forestry, USDA FS IITF
Rafael Rodriguez, Director, Caribbean Water Science Center, USGS
Pedro Rios, Ecosystem Mgmt. & Planning Team Leader, USDA FS EYNF
Susan Silander, Project Leader, USFWS Caribbean Islands NWR complex
Evelyn Huertas, Environmental Scientist, USEPA Region 2, Caribbean Division
Patricia Bradley, Environmental Program Manager, USEPA Research and Development
Joel Tutein, Superintendent, St. Croix District, National Park Service
Sindulfo Castillo, Chief of Antilles Regulatory Section, US Army Corps of Engineers
Aaron Hutchins, Director of Government Relations, The Nature Conservancy
Fernando Lloveras, Executive Director, Puerto Rico Conservation Trust
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padores de Puerto Rico Puerto Rico Water & Environment Association

acin en Ingeniera y Ciencia Aplicada (CoHemis)

Sociedad Ambiente Marino

nica Madre Tierra

Tropic Ventures Sustainable Forestry & Rain

Scuba Dogs Society

Sociedad Eco Ambiental

Sociedad Ornitolgica Puertorriquea, Inc.

Comit al Rescate de Nuestro Ambiente (CORENA), Inc.

Coalicin Pro Corredor Ecolgico del Noreste

Frente Ambiental Amigos de la Naturaleza P

Corporacin para la Sustentabilidad Ambiental de Puerto Rico, Inc.

Centro Para la Conservacin del Paisaje

Fundacin Surfrider Rincn

Grupos Ambientales Interdisciplinarios Aliados- GAIA

Comit Arecibeo por la

Friends of Virgin Islands National Park

Coral Bay Community Council

VINE-Virgin Islands Network of

Virgin Forest Restorations

of the St. Croix East End Marine Park

Virgin Islands Caribbean Cultural Center Virgin Islands Experimental Program

Stimulate Competitive Research (VI-EPSCoR)

We Grow Food, Inc

Programa Sea Grant de la Universidad de Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico Water & Environment Association

Blue Flag USVI

Sierra Club, Puerto Rico Chapter

Asociacin de Acampadores de Puerto Rico

Tropic Ventures Sustainable Forestry & Rainforest Enrichmen

Fundacin Surfrider Rincn

Ambientales Interdisciplinarios Aliados- GAIA

Centro Para la Conservacin del Paisaje

Arrecifes Pro Ciudad, Inc.

Comit Arecibeo por la Conservacin de las Tortugas Marinas, Inc.

Ciudadanos Aguadeos Pro Conservacin del Ambiente, Inc.

Virgin Forest Restorations

Corporacin para la Sustentabilidad Ambiental de

Silent Grace Foundation

Iniciativa para un Desarrollo Sustentable

Virgin Islands National Park

Comit al Rescate de Nuestro Ambie

Coalicin Pro Corredor Ecolgico del Noreste

Ambiental Amigos de la Naturaleza Patillas, Puerto Rico Inc.

Sociedad Ornitolgica Puertorriquea, Inc.

Sociedad Ambiente Marino

(CORENA), Inc. Cooperativa Orgnica Madre Tierra

Sociedad Eco Ambiental

Virgin Islands Caribbean Cultural Center

Research (VI-EPSCoR) We Grow Food, Inc

The Nature Conservancy

VINE-Virgin Islands Network of Environmental Educa

Blue Flag USVI

Friends of the St. Croix East End Ma

Virgin Islands Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive

Programa Sea Grant de la Universidad de Puerto Rico

Asociacin de Acampadores de Puerto Rico

Scuba Dogs Society

Sociedad Eco Ambiental

CONNECTING THE DOTS IN CONSERVATION:

Version of January 24, 2014

Caribbean Landscape Conservation Cooperative (CLCC). Connecting the Dots in Conservation:

Harvest of the Finca de la Naturaleza. Photo by Grupos Ambientales Interdisciplinarios Aliados-GAIA.